SELF-INJURIOUS BEHAVIOR

This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the nucleus accumbens can reduce severe, repetitive self-injurious behaviors in 25 children aged 5-17 with autism. Half will get active stimulation, half will have the device off, and parents will report behavior changes. T…

This study is testing a structured program called SHIELD to help young people aged 15-30 who have suicidal thoughts or self-harm. The program includes 8 weekly sessions tailored by age, focusing on stabilizing daily routines and emotions. Researchers will compare it to usual care…

This study tests a short behavioral therapy called T-SIB designed to help veterans reduce nonsuicidal self-injury (like cutting or burning) and improve how they function day-to-day. Researchers will enroll 40 veterans who have self-injured at least twice in the past month. Half w…

This study follows 500 adults already receiving care for depression, bipolar disorder, or suicide risk at the NIH. Researchers will conduct weekly interviews and optional tests like blood draws and brain scans to track symptoms and treatment responses. The goal is to better under…

This study tests whether adding visual signals and gradually introducing real-life materials can help children with severe aggression or self-injury maintain progress after communication training. The 24 participants, ages 3 to 17, will be observed in different settings to see if…

This study is testing whether a Peer Support Specialist program can help LGBTQ+ youth (ages 12-17) who are involved in the juvenile justice, child welfare, or mental health systems and have thoughts of suicide or self-harm. The program pairs youth with trained peers to improve re…

This study is testing whether a combination of therapy (CBT) and a team of caring adults chosen by the teen can help Black adolescents who are thinking about suicide or have hurt themselves. The study will enroll 15 Black teens aged 12-17 and their chosen support people. Research…

This study enrolls 200 teens with a history of self-inflicted injury, including at least one suicide attempt. Researchers will teach two skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (Opposite to Emotion Action and GIVE) and track how often teens use them in daily life via phone surve…

This study looks at whether using a preferred communication method (like a touch talker or picture cards) helps people with intellectual or developmental disabilities maintain positive behavior changes and avoid relapse. Researchers will compare two groups: one starting with a pr…