Enhancing suicide risk screening for Latinx youth in primary care
Improving screening and follow-up for suicidal ideation and behaviors among Latinx youth in primary care
This study is working to help doctors better spot and support Latinx kids, especially those from immigrant families who might struggle with English, when they have thoughts about suicide, by using trained community health workers in clinics to make the process easier and more effective.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10813094 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve the identification and management of suicidal thoughts and behaviors among Latinx youth, especially those from immigrant families with limited English proficiency. It will utilize trained community health workers to enhance the quality of suicide risk screening and early intervention in pediatric primary care settings. The project will develop specific protocols for integrating these workers into the screening process and will pilot the implementation in various clinics. Stakeholder engagement will also be a key component to address barriers and facilitators to successful implementation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx youth aged 0-21, particularly those from immigrant families.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Latinx or are outside the age range of 0-21 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better mental health outcomes for Latinx youth by improving early detection and intervention for suicidal ideation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using community health workers to improve health outcomes in underserved populations, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Polk, Sarah — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Polk, Sarah
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.