Improving suicide prevention by connecting healthcare and jail systems
Project 1: Syncing Screening and Services for Suicide Prevention across Health and Justice Systems
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10909137
This study is looking at how to better support people at risk of suicide, especially those who have just been in jail, by connecting community healthcare and jail services to make sure they get the mental health help they need quickly and effectively.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10909137 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing suicide prevention efforts by integrating care pathways between community healthcare systems and jails. It aims to identify individuals at risk of suicide, particularly those who have recently been incarcerated, and ensure they receive timely and effective mental health support. The project employs a Hybrid Type I effectiveness-implementation trial to assess how well these integrated systems work in practice, utilizing data from jail bookings and releases to streamline access to care. By addressing the gaps in communication and coordination between these sectors, the research seeks to improve outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently been incarcerated and are at risk for suicide.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved with the criminal justice system or do not have recent jail experiences may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce suicide rates among individuals transitioning from jail to community healthcare.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrated care approaches can effectively reduce suicide risk, indicating potential success for this novel initiative.
Where this research is happening
EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES
- MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY — EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: AHMEDANI, BRIAN KENNETH — MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: AHMEDANI, BRIAN KENNETH
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.