Boechout

This research investigates the Suicidal Crisis Intervention (SCI), a new short-term treatment designed to reduce suicidality in people who have experienced a suicide attempt or suicidal crisis. The study also aims to explore the effect of SCI on related factors such as hopelessness, defeat, entrapment, and interpersonal needs. The SCI was developed in Flanders to address the lack of specific evidence-based short-term treatments for this high-risk group. The SCI consists of four structured sessions that focus on understanding the suicidal crisis by relating it to the person's life history. It seeks to increase motivation for ongoing specialized care and involves the participation of close relatives to strengthen social support. Key elements of the intervention include a safety plan, person-centered care, and continuity of care, all delivered by care providers within a short time frame. Participants will be monitored for changes in suicidality using the Beck Scale for Suicide Ideation at multiple points: 42, 132, and 222 days after randomization. The study includes assessments of related psychological factors and emphasizes the involvement of relatives. Participants must have internet access and be Dutch-speaking. The total duration and detailed follow-up procedures support evaluating both immediate and longer-term effects of the SCI.