Investigating how life changes affect suicide risk
Aging, Major Life Transitions, and Suicide Risk
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR · NIH-10983321
This study looks at how big life changes, like moving, changing jobs, or shifts in friendships, can affect the risk of suicide at different ages, and it aims to find ways to help prevent this risk by understanding what factors might make it better or worse.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10983321 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research examines the relationship between major life transitions, such as changes in social relationships, health, work, and residence, and suicide risk behaviors across different stages of life. By analyzing existing datasets from two longitudinal studies, the research aims to identify factors that may increase or decrease the risk of suicide. It will also explore how individual characteristics, like age and mental health history, and contextual factors, such as neighborhood conditions, influence this relationship. The goal is to uncover modifiable risk factors that can inform public health strategies for suicide prevention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults experiencing significant life transitions, particularly those aged 25 and older.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing major life transitions or who are under 25 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies that reduce suicide risk among vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in identifying risk factors for suicide using similar longitudinal approaches, indicating the potential for impactful findings in this study.
Where this research is happening
ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR — ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MEZUK, BRIANA — UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR
- Study coordinator: MEZUK, BRIANA
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.
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