Improving Suicide Prevention in Primary Care
Official title: Pilot Testing Implementation of Suicide Risk Prediction Algorithms to Support Suicide Prevention in Primary Care
Funded at Kaiser Foundation Research Institute · NIH-11092207 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project explores how new computer tools can help primary care doctors better identify and support individuals at risk of suicide.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 7, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $245,192 |
| NIH project number | 5R34MH132829-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11092207 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
This project is relevant for adults and young adults (ages 10-64) who visit primary care clinics and may be at risk for suicide.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not seeking care in primary care settings or those outside the specified age range may not directly benefit from this particular implementation effort.
What this research studies
This project aims to find the best ways for primary care doctors to use new computer tools that predict suicide risk. These tools help identify people who might be at higher risk so they can receive support sooner. We want to understand how these tools work in real doctor's offices and make sure they lead to better care. The goal is to make it easier for healthcare providers to offer timely help and prevent suicide.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to earlier identification and support for individuals at risk of suicide, potentially saving lives.
How similar studies have gone: While some outreach programs have shown success, there is limited evidence on how to best use these prediction tools directly during doctor's visits.
Where this research is happening
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Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Angerhofer, Julie Elissa — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Angerhofer, Julie Elissa
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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.