Understanding suicide risk and protective factors in preteens
Official title: Preteen Suicide Risk and Protective Factors Data Coordinating Center
Funded at Research Triangle Institute · NIH-10983448 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at what might make kids aged 8 to 12 more likely to have thoughts about suicide or help protect them from those feelings, and it aims to share what they learn to better support young people who might be struggling.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Triangle Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Research Triangle Park, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $457,678 |
| NIH project number | 1U24MH137696-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10983448 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 8 to 12 years who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not exhibiting any suicidal thoughts or behaviors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying the risk and protective factors associated with suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children aged 8 to 12 years. It involves a collaborative effort among multiple research projects coordinated by the Research Triangle Institute, which will facilitate data collection, analysis, and sharing across various sites. By developing common measures and metrics, the project aims to create a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing preteen suicide risk. The findings will be disseminated to improve prevention strategies and support for at-risk youth.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies and support systems for children at risk of suicide.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in understanding youth suicide risk factors, making this approach both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
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Research Triangle Institute
Research Triangle Park, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Saavedra, Lissette Maria — Research Triangle Institute
- Study coordinator: Saavedra, Lissette Maria
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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.