Understanding how social rewards and stress affect suicidal thoughts in LGBTQ+ youth
Social Reward Responsiveness and Interpersonal Stress as Predictors of Suicidal Ideation in Sexual-and Gender-Minority Youth
This study is looking at how feeling less rewarded by social interactions and experiencing stress in relationships can lead to suicidal thoughts in young people aged 12 to 20 who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community, with the goal of finding ways to help prevent these feelings.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11066659 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between social reward responsiveness and interpersonal stress as predictors of suicidal ideation in sexual and gender minority youth. It aims to identify how low responsiveness to social rewards, combined with experiences of interpersonal stress, contributes to suicidal thoughts among adolescents aged 12 to 20. By studying a large group of high-risk youth, the research seeks to uncover critical factors that may lead to effective interventions for preventing suicide in this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are adolescents aged 12 to 20 who identify as part of the sexual and gender minority community and may be experiencing suicidal thoughts.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as sexual or gender minorities or who are outside the age range of 12 to 20 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that reduce suicidal thoughts and improve mental health outcomes for sexual and gender minority youth.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific focus on social reward responsiveness in SGM youth is novel, previous research has shown success in identifying risk factors for suicidal ideation in similar populations.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, UNITED STATES
- Vanderbilt University — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carlton-Smith, Corinne — Vanderbilt University
- Study coordinator: Carlton-Smith, Corinne
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.