Creating a digital platform to help reduce suicide risk in at-risk youth
Development and testing of a digitally assisted risk reduction platform for youth at high risk for suicide
This study is creating a smartphone app to support young people who are at risk of suicide by tracking their mental health and sleep patterns, while also making it easier for them to stay connected with their healthcare providers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ksana Health, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Eugene, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11064882 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a digital platform that utilizes smartphones to help youth at high risk for suicide. By integrating mobile sensing technology and secure communication tools, the platform aims to monitor risk factors such as psychological distress and sleep disturbances. It also seeks to enhance treatment engagement and continuity of care for these young individuals. The project will involve user-centered design principles to ensure the platform meets the needs of both patients and healthcare providers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are youth receiving outpatient mental health care who are identified as being at high risk for suicide.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently receiving mental health care or who do not exhibit risk factors for suicide may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce suicide risk among youth by providing timely support and intervention.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using digital tools for mental health interventions, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Eugene, United States
- Ksana Health, INC. — Eugene, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Allen, Nicholas B — Ksana Health, INC.
- Study coordinator: Allen, Nicholas B
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.