Understanding how parents can better support their children at risk of suicide
Official title: Psychosocial Factors Associated with Parental Self-Efficacy in Adolescent Suicide Prevention
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10997054 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how parents can feel more confident in helping their teens who have had thoughts of suicide, especially after a visit to the emergency room, by understanding their experiences and finding out what support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $51,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31MH135556-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10997054 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are parents of adolescents who have experienced suicidal behavior and have visited an emergency department.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not adolescents or do not have a history of suicidal behavior may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the psychosocial factors that influence how confident parents feel in their ability to prevent suicide in their adolescents, especially after their child has visited the emergency department for suicidal behavior. By examining the experiences and beliefs of parents, the study aims to identify what supports and resources can enhance their self-efficacy in managing their child's mental health. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to gather comprehensive insights from parents. Ultimately, the goal is to empower parents with the knowledge and skills necessary to protect their children from self-harm.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support systems for parents, enhancing their ability to prevent adolescent suicide.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that enhancing parental self-efficacy can lead to better outcomes in managing adolescent mental health, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Henderson, Marcus Darnell — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Henderson, Marcus Darnell
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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.