Evaluating a case-based lecture to educate internal medicine interns about depression and suicide risk assessment

Significant increases in confidence suggest both immediate and lasting positive effects of the curriculum for internal medicine interns. However, the significant decrease in confidence in managing SI across the 6-month follow-up period may indicate the need for a booster session. Overall, a plurality of participants accurately identified all symptoms of depression at all time points, suggesting that the curriculum works to improve confidence in already achieved skills.