Brain scan study seeks suicide risk biomarker
NCT ID NCT02811198
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study looked for biological markers of suicide risk in 97 adults with major depressive disorder. Researchers used brain scans to measure how participants respond to pain, reward, and attention. The goal was to find stable brain-based signs that could help identify those at higher risk for suicide.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a brain-based test to help identify people with depression who are at higher risk for suicide.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 97 participants. The findings may not apply to everyone and need much more testing before any practical use.
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Sakina Rizvi
Toronto, Ontario, M5B1M8, Canada