Plain-English translation of NCT06876740 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
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This trial is testing a brief counseling program called Project Safe Guard-Trauma (PSG-T) designed specifically for people who own firearms and have experienced trauma. The program teaches you about the connection between how firearms are stored and suicide risk, and helps you develop a plan to store your firearms more securely. Researchers believe this adapted program may work better than the standard version for people with trauma histories.
Suicide is a serious concern among people who own firearms and have experienced trauma, and secure firearm storage is one of the most effective ways to reduce this risk. Current counseling programs don't work as well for people with trauma-related conditions, so this trial is testing whether a customized version can better help this group.
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You will be randomly assigned to receive either the new Project Safe Guard-Trauma program or the standard Project Safe Guard program—both brief, single-session counseling sessions delivered over video. You'll also receive crisis response planning to help you stay safe. After your initial session, you'll complete follow-up assessments at 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months to track your knowledge, intentions, and actual firearm storage practices. The entire study takes about 6 months from start to finish.
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