Understanding how emotions and decision-making affect suicidal thoughts and behaviors
EMERGE: Ecological Momentary Evaluation of Responses to Gain/Loss and Emotions
This study is looking at how feelings and decision-making are connected for people who have recently thought about suicide, to help understand what might lead to those thoughts and actions, and it’s designed for individuals who have just been treated in emergency rooms for these feelings.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Massachusetts Amherst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hadley, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11015008 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between emotional responses and decision-making in individuals at risk for suicide. By examining patients recently treated in emergency departments for suicidal thoughts, the study aims to identify immediate risk factors that contribute to suicidal behavior. Participants will engage in assessments that measure their emotional states and cognitive processes, helping researchers understand how these factors interact to influence suicidal thoughts and actions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have recently experienced suicidal thoughts and have been treated in an emergency department.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of suicidal thoughts or behaviors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved methods for predicting and preventing suicidal behavior in at-risk individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding emotional and cognitive processes can improve interventions for individuals at risk for suicide, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Hadley, United States
- University of Massachusetts Amherst — Hadley, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dixon-Gordon, Katherine Lee — University of Massachusetts Amherst
- Study coordinator: Dixon-Gordon, Katherine Lee
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.