Improving suicide prevention and care for Native Americans
Official title: NATIVE RISE-Risk Identification for Suicide and Enhanced care for Native Americans
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11047729 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve suicide prevention for Native American communities by teaming up with the White Mountain Apache Tribe and Navajo Nation to create better ways to identify and support people at risk, making sure they get the right help they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | April 25, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $509,473 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MH128518-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11047729 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Native American individuals aged 21 and younger who are at risk for suicide.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Native American or who are not at risk for suicide may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing suicide prevention efforts among Native American populations, particularly through the development of effective identification and treatment strategies. It involves collaboration with the White Mountain Apache Tribe and Navajo Nation to implement a community-based program that has shown promise in reducing suicide attempts. The project aims to address barriers in risk identification and match individuals to appropriate interventions, thereby improving the overall care delivery model for at-risk individuals. By utilizing community participatory research methods, the study seeks to empower Native communities in their approach to mental health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in suicide rates among Native American populations and improve mental health care delivery.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives in community-based suicide prevention among Native Americans have shown success, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Haroz, Emily — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Haroz, Emily
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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.