Improving firearm safety for adolescents after psychiatric hospitalization
Safer Still
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · RESEARCH INST NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSP · NIH-10893005
This study is looking to help keep young people safe after they leave the hospital by encouraging parents to store firearms more safely at home, using friendly reminders and tips to make it easier for them to make better choices about gun safety.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | RESEARCH INST NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSP (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (COLUMBUS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10893005 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on reducing the risk of suicide among adolescents who have recently been discharged from psychiatric hospitals. It aims to develop an interactive intervention called 'Safer Still' that promotes safe firearm storage in homes where adolescents at high risk for suicide reside. The approach utilizes behavioral economics to create effective 'nudges' that encourage parents to adopt safer storage practices for firearms. The study will involve parents of adolescents who own firearms and have reported unsafe storage methods, with the goal of enhancing their decision-making regarding firearm safety.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents of adolescents under 17 years old who have recently been discharged from psychiatric care and own firearms.
Not a fit: Patients who do not own firearms or are not at risk for suicide following psychiatric hospitalization may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of suicide among adolescents by promoting safer firearm storage practices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that behavioral economics can effectively influence decision-making in health-related behaviors, suggesting potential success for this innovative approach.
Where this research is happening
COLUMBUS, UNITED STATES
- RESEARCH INST NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSP — COLUMBUS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BRIDGE, JEFFREY A — RESEARCH INST NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSP
- Study coordinator: BRIDGE, JEFFREY A
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.
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