Improving suicide prevention in pediatric primary care settings
Adapting a brief suicide intervention for pediatric primary care: Enhancing uptake and impact
This study is working on a new way for doctors who care for kids and teens to help identify and support young people who might be having thoughts of suicide, making it easier for them to get the help they need without always having to go to the emergency room.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11063118 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on adapting a brief intervention for suicide prevention specifically for pediatric primary care settings. It aims to enhance the comfort and capability of primary care providers in screening for suicidal thoughts and behaviors among adolescents. By implementing a user-centered design approach, the project seeks to create a more effective and accessible intervention that can be integrated into routine pediatric care. The goal is to reduce unnecessary referrals to emergency departments and improve mental health support for youth at risk of suicide.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 10 to 24 who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or those who do not have access to pediatric primary care services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of adolescent suicides by improving early intervention and support in primary care settings.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing similar interventions in primary care settings, indicating a promising approach to addressing adolescent suicide prevention.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Danzo, Sarah — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Danzo, Sarah
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.