Understanding how self-criticism and self-compassion relate to suicidal thoughts in young people
Official title: Neural Mechanisms Underlying Self-Critical Rumination and Self-Reassurance and Suicidal Thoughts and Behavior in Youth
Funded at Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital · NIH-10936125 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how young people aged 12-15 think about themselves and how that connects to feelings of sadness or thoughts about suicide, using brain scans to understand what's happening in their minds, with the hope of finding ways to help those who might be struggling.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Riverside, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | April 1, 2020 |
| Project end | October 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $54,000 |
| NIH project number | 3K23MH122587-05S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10936125 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are youth aged 12-15 who experience self-critical thoughts or suicidal ideation.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 12-15 or those without self-critical thoughts or suicidal behaviors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the brain and behavioral mechanisms that contribute to self-critical thoughts and self-reassurance in youth aged 12-15. Using advanced imaging techniques like functional MRI and real-time assessments, the study aims to explore how these mental processes are linked to suicidal thoughts and behaviors. By examining brain activity in specific regions associated with self-evaluation, the research seeks to uncover the neural pathways that may influence these critical issues during a vulnerable developmental stage. The findings could provide insights into effective prevention strategies for youth at risk of suicide.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for preventing suicidal thoughts and behaviors in adolescents.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the neural mechanisms of self-evaluation and its impact on mental health, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital
Riverside, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kudinova, Anastacia Y. — Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital
- Study coordinator: Kudinova, Anastacia Y.
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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.