Understanding how social factors and the COVID-19 pandemic affect youth suicide risk
Impacts of Social Determinants of Health and COVID-19 Pandemic Factors on Suicide Risk among Youth
This study looks at how things like money and school can affect the risk of suicide among young people, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, to help us understand the mental health challenges they are facing right now.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Appalachian State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boone, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892034 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the rising rates of suicide among youth, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to identify how social determinants of health, such as economic and educational factors, influence suicide risk during this period. By analyzing real-time data, the study will track changes in suicide risk over time and explore how these social factors interact with the challenges posed by the pandemic. The findings could provide valuable insights into the mental health crisis affecting young people today.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include youth who are experiencing mental health challenges, particularly those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated social determinants.
Not a fit: Patients who are not youth or those who do not have any mental health concerns related to the pandemic may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing youth suicide by addressing the underlying social factors that contribute to risk.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of integrating social determinants of health with suicide risk assessment is innovative, there have been other studies that have successfully explored mental health impacts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Where this research is happening
Boone, United States
- Appalachian State University — Boone, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thompson, Martie P — Appalachian State University
- Study coordinator: Thompson, Martie P
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.