Improving treatments for suicidal college students
4/4 Adapting Treatments for Suicidal College Students: A Multisite Trial
This study is looking to find the best ways to help college students who are having thoughts of suicide by testing different treatment options to see which ones work best for each person.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers, the State Univ of N.j. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Piscataway, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10427272 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to better tailor treatments for college students experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors. It focuses on understanding the varying responses to treatment among students and aims to develop adaptive treatment strategies that can be personalized based on individual needs. The study will involve a multisite trial where participants will receive either a specialized suicide-focused treatment or standard care over a period of 4-8 weeks. By analyzing the effectiveness of these approaches, the research seeks to enhance mental health support for students in crisis.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are college students aged 18-25 who are experiencing moderate to severe suicidal thoughts and are seeking help at college counseling centers.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatment options for college students at risk of suicide.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using adaptive treatment strategies for mental health issues, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Piscataway, United States
- Rutgers, the State Univ of N.j. — Piscataway, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Oshin, Linda — Rutgers, the State Univ of N.j.
- Study coordinator: Oshin, Linda
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.