Improving suicide prevention strategies for teens

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of two interventions, Safety Planning Intervention with follow-up (SPI+) and Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), compared to usual care for adolescents at risk of suicide. Participants, aged 11-17, who have experienced suicidal ideation or behavior, will receive assessments at multiple time points to track their progress and the impact of the interventions. The study aims to identify the mechanisms behind the therapeutic effects and determine which factors influence treatment outcomes. Both adolescents and their parents will be involved in the research process.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
2. Youth, aged 11-17
3. Endorse suicidal ideation and/or behavior
4. Admitted to acute care (emergency, inpatient medical or inpatient psychiatric) due to suicidality

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Presence of psychosis, intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, eating disorder with unstable vitals
2. Limited English proficiency that would interfere with the ability to complete study assessments

Where it's running

• Nationwide Children's
  Columbus, Ohio, United States Recruiting
• Seattle Children's
  Seattle, Washington, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Molly Adrian — Seattle Childrens
• Study coordinator: Molly Adrian
• Email: molly.adrian@seattlechildrens.org
• Phone: 206-987-7183

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.