๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-02-23

Uncertainty and Firearms: Obtaining Secure Storage (NCT05818696)

A Brief Fear of Uncertainty-Focused Intervention as an Adjunct to Lethal Means Counseling

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Ohio State University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this clinical trial is to test whether inclusion of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for Uncertainty-Enhanced (CUE) with Lethal Means Counseling (LMC) is acceptable, feasible, and efficacious in addressing secure firearm storage and associated psychological constructs in active duty servicemembers. The clinical trial aims to: * Assess the preliminary efficacy of a LMC intervention, augmented with CUE, on firearm storage practices * Examine mechanisms through which CUE and LMC increase firearm storage practices * Assess credibility and acceptability of LMC Participants will complete: * One baseline visit * Two intervention sessions-CUE and LMC * Six brief surveys per day for 28 days using a mobile application * One mid-point survey and five follow-up surveys

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Ohio State University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health โ€” Columbus, Ohio

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Lethal Means Counseling (LMC) (BEHAVIORAL)
  • CBT for Uncertainty - Enhanced (CUE) (BEHAVIORAL)

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Ohio State University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health โ€” Columbus, Ohio

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (614) 814-1299

Email: nicholas.allan@osumc.edu

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๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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