Understanding how stress affects the risk of suicidal thoughts
Stress experiences as markers of person-level vulnerability and temporal risk for near-term suicidal ideation
This study is looking at how stress and personal challenges can affect thoughts about suicide, and it’s for anyone who wants to help improve ways to prevent these thoughts by sharing their real-life experiences with stress.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Notre Dame NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Notre Dame, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10947074 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between stress experiences and the risk of suicidal ideation, focusing on how individual vulnerabilities and environmental factors interact. By examining both trait-like and state impulsivity, as well as emotion dysregulation, the study aims to identify specific conditions that may predict imminent suicidal thoughts. Participants will provide real-time data on their stress levels and experiences, allowing researchers to better understand the dynamics of stress and suicidal ideation. The goal is to enhance precision in suicide prevention interventions tailored to individual needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 21 and younger who have experienced significant stress and may be at risk for suicidal thoughts.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience stress or have no history of suicidal ideation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective suicide prevention strategies tailored to individual stress experiences and vulnerabilities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding individual stress responses can improve suicide prevention efforts, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Notre Dame, United States
- University of Notre Dame — Notre Dame, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Knorr, Anne — University of Notre Dame
- Study coordinator: Knorr, Anne
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.