Improving suicide prevention and care in health systems
Official title: Quality Measures to Advance Suicide Prevention and Care Across Health Systems
Funded at Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences · NIH-11164714 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on improving how healthcare systems help people at risk of suicide by creating better ways to check in on them and provide support, so that patients can get the care they need to feel safer and healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $402,739 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MH137062-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11164714 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced suicidal thoughts or attempts, as well as those receiving care in health systems implementing the Zero Suicide Model.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not at risk for suicide or who do not engage with healthcare systems may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing suicide prevention strategies within healthcare systems by developing and testing quality measures. It aims to implement effective tools for screening, assessing risk, and providing follow-up care for individuals at risk of suicide. By utilizing the Zero Suicide Model, which has been adopted in numerous health systems, the project seeks to create a framework for continuous quality improvement in suicide prevention efforts. Patients will benefit from improved care pathways and better support systems designed to reduce the incidence of suicide attempts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective suicide prevention strategies and improved care for individuals at risk of suicide.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar approaches, particularly the implementation of the Zero Suicide Model in various health systems.
Where this research is happening
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Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences
East Lansing, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ahmedani, Brian Kenneth — Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Ahmedani, Brian Kenneth
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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.