Understanding differences in parent and adolescent reports to predict suicide risk and treatment outcomes
Parent-adolescent informant discrepancies: Predicting suicide risk and treatment outcomes
This study looks at how differences in what parents and teens say about their feelings can help us understand and predict the risk of suicide in young people, with the goal of finding better ways to support those who might need help.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Teachers College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10996097 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how discrepancies between parent and adolescent reports can provide insights into predicting suicide risk and treatment outcomes for adolescents. By analyzing these differences, the study aims to improve the understanding of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in young people. The approach involves collecting and interpreting data from both parents and adolescents to identify those who may need intervention. The research utilizes a model that emphasizes the importance of both converging and differing reports to gain a comprehensive view of adolescent mental health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12 to 20 years, along with their parents, who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 12 to 20 years or those not experiencing any suicidal ideation or behaviors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better identification and treatment strategies for adolescents at risk of suicide.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding multi-informant discrepancies can provide valuable insights into youth mental health, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Teachers College — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Spears, Angela Page — Columbia University Teachers College
- Study coordinator: Spears, Angela Page
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.