SELF HARM

This study compares two proven emergency care methods for teens and young adults (ages 13-24) who come to the ER with suicidal thoughts or actions. The goal is to see which approach better prevents suicide attempts and helps them start mental health treatment. Researchers will fo…

This study tests whether a therapy called Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) can help people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) feel better. Researchers will enroll 60 adults with BPD to see if MSC reduces self-harm, improves emotional control, and boosts quality of life. The …

This study tests an internet-based therapy called IERITA for teenagers aged 13-17 who have hurt themselves on purpose (nonsuicidal self-injury) in the past three months. The therapy is delivered online with support from a therapist, and a parent also takes part. The goal is to se…

This study will test a 20-week therapy called Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Adolescents (DBT-A) in 140 teens aged 13-18 who have self-harmed or had suicidal thoughts in the past six months. Researchers want to see if it reduces self-harm, suicide attempts, and depression, and …

This study tests a smartphone app called Jaspr Health for people who come to the emergency department with suicidal thoughts or recent suicide attempts. The app provides evidence-based tools and support during the wait time. Researchers will track 670 participants for 12 months t…

This study is testing a new treatment program for 30 people with severe, hard-to-treat self-harm. The goal is to see if the program improves daily functioning and reduces self-harm and hospital visits. Researchers will also check if the program is cost-effective.

This study tests a nursing care program based on Human Caring Theory for 48 teens aged 14-18 who self-harm. The program uses one-on-one talks to help improve self-esteem, coping skills, and self-compassion. Half the teens get the program, half get usual care, and researchers comp…

This study is testing a smartphone app designed to help young adults aged 16 to 30 who are having suicidal thoughts. Participants will use the app for two months and complete surveys to see if the tool is easy to use and helpful for managing their risk. The goal is to learn wheth…

This study tests a leadership program called LOCI that helps nurse managers and staff use the best available research in their daily work. About 300 nurses and managers from psychiatric and elder care units will take part in training and mentoring over nine months. The goal is to…

This study explores whether a low, non-hallucinogenic dose of psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) can boost a mental imagery therapy called Imagery Re-Scripting (ImRS) for young people aged 16-25 who self-harm. The goal is to see if the combination helps reduce …