Improving treatments for suicidal college students
2/4 Adapting Treatments for Suicidal College Students: A Multisite Trial
This study is looking for college students who are having thoughts of suicide to see if personalized treatment plans can help them better than standard care, by trying out different approaches based on what works best for each person over a few weeks.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10427323 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to better tailor mental health treatments for college students experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors. It uses a multisite approach, enrolling students from various universities to test different treatment strategies. The study will employ adaptive treatment strategies that adjust based on individual responses and needs, aiming to provide more effective care. Participants will be randomized to receive either a specialized suicide-focused treatment or standard care over a period of 4-8 weeks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are college students aged 18-25 who are experiencing moderate to severe suicidal thoughts and are seeking help from 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 mental health treatments 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, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goldston, David B. — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Goldston, David B.
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.