Improving suicide prevention strategies for youth in primary care settings
Signature Project
This study is looking for ways to help prevent youth suicide by improving how doctors in primary care can spot and support young people who might be struggling, so they can get the help they need before things get too serious.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10893003 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the critical issue of youth suicide, which is the second leading cause of death among adolescents. It aims to implement and evaluate effective interventions in pediatric primary care settings, where many young individuals at risk are seen. The study will utilize a stepped wedge hybrid effectiveness-implementation cluster-randomized controlled trial design to assess the impact of quality improvement strategies on reducing suicidal behaviors. By enhancing screening and intervention practices, the research seeks to better identify and support at-risk youth before they reach crisis points.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 10 to 19 years who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 10 to 19 years or those who are not receiving care in pediatric primary care settings may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of suicide and suicidal behaviors among adolescents by improving early detection and intervention in primary care.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing evidence-based interventions in emergency departments, but this approach in primary care settings is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Columbus, United States
- Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp — Columbus, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fontanella, Cynthia Ann — Research Inst Nationwide Children's Hosp
- Study coordinator: Fontanella, Cynthia Ann
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.