Improving suicide prevention by evaluating a new risk model across health systems
Evaluating Effectiveness and Implementation of a Risk Model for Suicide Prevention Across Health Systems
This study is testing a new way to identify people at risk for suicide using health records and past information, to see if it works better than the usual methods in helping patients get the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11088203 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new risk model designed to better identify individuals at risk for suicide by utilizing health records and historical self-report data. The goal is to assess how effectively this model can be implemented in real-world healthcare settings compared to traditional screening methods. By evaluating its impact on patient outcomes, such as increased access to prevention services and reduced suicide attempts, the research aims to provide evidence for the model's effectiveness in improving suicide prevention efforts. Patients participating in this research may contribute to the development of more accurate and effective suicide prevention strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 21 and older who are receiving mental health care and may be at risk for suicide.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently receiving mental health care or who are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate identification of individuals at risk for suicide, ultimately improving prevention services and reducing suicide attempts.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using risk models for suicide prevention, but this specific approach in real-world settings is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yarborough, Bobbijo H. — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Yarborough, Bobbijo H.
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.