Understanding depression and suicidal thoughts in bisexual adolescents and young adults
Official title: Bisexual adolescents' and young adults' risk for depression and suicidal ideation: Developmental trajectories, risk and protective factors, and underlying mechanisms
Funded at Ohio State University · NIH-11015985 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the mental health struggles of bisexual teens and young adults, especially their risks for feeling depressed or having thoughts of suicide, to better understand when these issues are most likely to happen and what factors play a role, so we can find better ways to help them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ohio State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | January 1, 2025 |
| Project end | March 20, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $815,881 |
| NIH project number | 1R01MH138335-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11015985 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are bisexual adolescents and young adults aged 12 to 20 who are experiencing or at risk for depression and suicidal thoughts.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as bisexual or are outside the age range of 12 to 20 may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the mental health challenges faced by bisexual adolescents and young adults, particularly focusing on their risk for depression and suicidal ideation. It aims to explore the developmental trajectories of these mental health issues, identifying critical periods when risks peak and the unique factors that contribute to these challenges. By studying this population, the research seeks to fill gaps in understanding and provide insights into effective interventions tailored to their needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health support and interventions for bisexual adolescents and young adults, ultimately reducing rates of depression and suicidal ideation.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has highlighted the mental health disparities faced by bisexual individuals, indicating that this area of study is both relevant and necessary, though specific developmental trajectories in adolescents remain underexplored.
Where this research is happening
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Ohio State University
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dyar, Christina — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Dyar, Christina
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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.