Training professionals to improve suicide prevention methods

Training Program in Comparative Effectiveness Research for Suicide Prevention

['FUNDING_TRAINING'] · HARVARD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH · NIH-10840402

This program is designed to help students learn how to find the best ways to prevent suicide and support people struggling with thoughts of self-harm, so they can make a real difference in this important area.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_TRAINING']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorHARVARD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH (nih funded)
Locations1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10840402 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This program trains pre- and post-doctoral students in advanced methods for comparative effectiveness research focused on suicide prevention. Participants will learn about clinical and policy interventions aimed at reducing suicides and related behaviors, such as ideation and attempts. The training combines expertise from various departments at Harvard, including Epidemiology, Psychology, and Psychiatry, to equip future researchers with the necessary skills and knowledge to address suicidality effectively. By engaging in rigorous coursework and collaborative research, trainees will be prepared to contribute to the field of suicide prevention.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in pursuing advanced training in suicide prevention and mental health research.

Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing academic or research careers in mental health may not receive direct benefits from this program.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective strategies for preventing suicides and improving mental health outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research in comparative effectiveness has shown promise in improving mental health interventions, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

BOSTON, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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