SUICIDE, ATTEMPTED

This study tested a non-invasive brain training method called neurofeedback for adolescents who have had suicidal thoughts or a recent suicide attempt. Participants aged 11-18 learned to control their own brain activity in real-time while inside an MRI scanner. The goal was to se…

This study tested a mobile app called WisePath, designed to help adults manage suicidal thoughts and problematic alcohol use. 127 adults at risk for suicide were randomly assigned to use either the WisePath app or a set of standard wellness resources for 12 weeks. Researchers mea…

This study tested whether a 'Safety Plan' tool could be successfully used in a busy emergency department to help people at immediate risk of suicide. The plan helps patients identify warning signs, coping strategies, and people to contact during a crisis. Researchers wanted to se…

This study tested whether ketamine, a medication that can work quickly in adults, could reduce repeat suicidal events in teenagers. It involved 50 teens (ages 13-18) who had recently attempted suicide or had severe suicidal thoughts. Participants received either ketamine or a sed…

This study tested whether a mindfulness training program could help veterans struggling with both chronic pain and thoughts of suicide. 76 veterans were randomly assigned to either the mindfulness program or an educational control group. Researchers measured if the program was pr…

This study tested a new smartphone app designed to help people experiencing suicidal thoughts. Researchers wanted to see if the app was practical, safe, and acceptable to use. They enrolled 10 adults who had recent suicidal thoughts to try the app and provide feedback.

This study tested a new smartphone app designed to help people cope with suicidal thoughts and prevent self-harm. Researchers worked with 31 adults who recently experienced suicidal thoughts to see if the app was easy to use, safe, and acceptable. The main goal was to gather init…

This study tested a 12-week online class called 'Living with Hope' for adults who had recently attempted suicide. The class taught coping skills based on cognitive behavioral therapy. Researchers wanted to see if the class safely reduced suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and if im…

This study aimed to understand what life events lead teenagers to attempt suicide. Researchers followed 39 young people aged 15-24 who had recently attempted suicide, comparing them to peers without suicidal thoughts. They tracked stressful life events over a year to identify pat…

This study aimed to understand the mental health risks for adults with vitiligo, a condition that causes skin to lose its pigment. Researchers compared over 36,000 UK adults with vitiligo to people without it to see if they were more likely to experience depression, anxiety, or o…

This study aimed to understand brain differences in people who attempted suicide, especially those who used violent methods. Researchers used MRI brain scans and decision-making games to compare 40 people across four groups: suicide attempters (violent and non-violent), people wi…