Peer Mentorship to Reduce Suicide Risk Following Psychiatric Hospitalization

Patients who are working with a peer specialist will have their sessions audio taped and reviewed by research staff for training purposes and to ensure that peer specialists are following protocol.

The enhancement to usual care will occur at the 3 and 6 month follow-up assessments, where participants will be assessed to determine whether they require any additional referral information for follow-up care. If referral information is indicated, the patient will be provided a list of mental health treatment providers in their area.