Understanding how COVID-19 affects children's mental health and suicide risks
Leveraging Longitudinal Survey and EHR data to Dissect the Impact of COVID-19 related Stressors and Infections on Child Mental Health and Suicide Risks
This study is looking at how COVID-19 has affected kids' mental health over time, especially regarding thoughts of suicide, and it aims to find out which children might be at greater risk and what social factors are making things harder for them, so we can help support their well-being better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10757554 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term effects of COVID-19 on children's mental health, particularly focusing on suicidal thoughts and behaviors. By analyzing data from surveys and electronic health records, the study aims to identify high-risk children and the social factors that contribute to worsening mental health during and after the pandemic. The research will explore how factors such as gender, race, pre-existing mental health conditions, and exposure to COVID-19 influence these outcomes. The goal is to find actionable insights that can help mitigate the negative impacts of the pandemic on young people's mental health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and adolescents under 21 years old, particularly those who are girls, racial/ethnic minorities, or have pre-existing mental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not children or adolescents, or those who do not have any mental health concerns related to COVID-19, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that improve mental health outcomes for children affected by COVID-19.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown significant impacts of pandemics on mental health, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Xiao, Yunyu — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Xiao, Yunyu
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.