Improving suicide prevention for adolescents in primary care settings
The Center for Enhancing Treatment and Utilization for Depression and Emergent Suicidality (ETUDES) in Pediatric Primary Care
This study is working to find better ways to spot and help young people, especially Black teens, who might be thinking about suicide, by using tools in their regular doctor visits to connect them with the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10875383 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the identification and treatment of adolescents at risk for suicide, particularly among Black youth, who are experiencing a rising rate of suicide attempts. The project will develop and test methods that can be easily implemented in pediatric primary care, where most youth receive annual check-ups. By utilizing electronic health records and machine learning, the research aims to improve the detection of suicidal risk and link at-risk youth to necessary mental health services. The study will also involve a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 10-21, particularly those who are at risk for depression and suicidality.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or those who do not have any risk factors for depression or suicidality may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce suicide attempts and improve mental health outcomes for adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in using similar approaches to improve mental health outcomes in youth, particularly in primary care settings.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brent, David a. — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Brent, David 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.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.