SUICIDAL IDEATION

This study tests a counseling approach called Motivational Interviewing to help veterans who are thinking about or have attempted suicide. About 368 veterans at high risk will either receive this counseling or standard care. The goal is to see if the counseling lowers suicide att…

This study tests a digital platform called Jaspr Health in emergency rooms for adults who are at risk of suicide. The platform provides evidence-based support during waiting time, aiming to reduce suicide attempts and related hospital visits. About 28,000 participants will be fol…

This study tests a new suicide prevention program for teens at high risk of suicide who come to the emergency department. The program involves both the teen and their family and is compared to standard care. The goal is to see if it reduces suicide attempts and repeat ER visits o…

This study tests whether a mobile app can help reduce suicidal thoughts in teenagers. It includes 228 teens aged 13 to 17 who were recently hospitalized after a suicide attempt or had serious suicidal thoughts. The app is designed to provide support and skills to manage these tho…

This study aimed to see if a single 45-minute dose of inhaled nitrous oxide (laughing gas) could quickly reduce suicidal thoughts and depression in adults visiting the emergency department. Participants would have had major depressive disorder and be at immediate risk. The trial …

This study tests a chatbot named SMILEY that teaches coping skills and safe social media practices to teens aged 12-18 who experience depression and online bullying. The goal is to see if the chatbot reduces stress and improves safety online. The study involves 75 marginalized yo…

This study tests two new ways to help teens aged 13 to 17 who have suicidal thoughts or self-harm. One uses a small device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear to help control emotions. The other is a smartphone app that connects teens with a supportive peer. The goal is to …

This study tests a brief therapy designed to reduce suicidal thoughts in 60 teens aged 12 to 17 who also have anxiety or depression. The therapy focuses on easing the feeling of being a burden to others, a key factor in suicide risk. If successful, this short approach could be ea…

This study tests a program called 'Nae Disha for Life' to see if it can reduce suicidal thoughts in young people aged 12-17 in the Bundelkhand region of India. About 272 students from middle schools will take part. The program focuses on building resilience and preventing suicide…

This study tests whether a mobile app called Jaspr, which teaches skills to manage suicidal thoughts, works better with or without extra human support. About 50 college students who have recently had suicidal thoughts or behaviors will use the app and report on their symptoms. Th…

This study tests whether inhaling nitrous oxide (laughing gas) can quickly reduce suicidal thoughts in adults hospitalized for depression. About 50 participants will receive either nitrous oxide or a placebo gas, plus their usual treatment. The goal is to see if this approach is …

This study tests whether a nasal spray (esketamine) combined with a short therapy program can quickly reduce suicidal thoughts in people with hard-to-treat depression. About 56 adults aged 18-70 with ongoing suicidal thoughts will receive either the combo treatment or esketamine …

This study tests two treatments for loneliness and suicidal thoughts: Social Prescribing (connecting people with community activities) and Brief Cognitive Therapy (changing unhelpful thinking patterns). Researchers want to see if these treatments are practical and well-liked by 6…

This study tests a program called I-CARE for teens aged 12-17 who are in a medical hospital waiting for mental health treatment. The program uses videos and workbook activities to help lower emotional distress and suicidal thoughts. Researchers want to see if patients and staff f…

This study tests a 12-session group therapy program for active duty military personnel who are having suicidal thoughts or have recently attempted suicide. The therapy teaches coping skills and emotion regulation to reduce suicide risk. Researchers will compare it to a standard t…

This study tests a new smartphone app that uses a friendly avatar guide to help young adults (ages 18-29) who struggle with binge drinking and suicidal thoughts. Ten participants from the emergency department will use the app for 28 days. The goal is to see if the app is easy to …

This study tests whether a teaching method called Cooperative Learning, supported by technology, can improve mental health in teens. About 1,200 students will take part in small-group lessons designed to build better peer relationships and reduce anxiety, depression, and suicidal…

This study looks at different technology-based strategies to help teens who have been hospitalized for suicidal thoughts or attempts. Researchers want to find the best combination of tools to reduce the risk of future suicide attempts. About 300 teens aged 12-17 who recently had …

This study planned to enroll 150 people at different risk levels for self-harm to see if brain scans and blood tests could predict who is at high risk and who responds best to treatments like neurofeedback, magnetic stimulation, and psilocybin therapy. However, the study was with…

This study compares two suicide prevention programs designed specifically for autistic youth aged 12-24. The goal is to see which program better reduces suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Researchers will track participants for one year to measure effectiveness.

This study is creating a large network of researchers and clinics across Texas to track the health of 5000 young people (ages 8-20) who have depression or thoughts of suicide. The goal is to build a registry and develop models to predict outcomes, not to test a new treatment. Par…

This study looks at whether a short therapy called ASSIP can help people who have attempted suicide avoid future attempts. Researchers will track 119 adults over 12 months, measuring suicidal thoughts and behaviors, as well as the therapy's cost-effectiveness. The goal is to see …

This study is testing a safety planning intervention designed for children ages 6-12 who have had suicidal thoughts or behaviors in the past month. Researchers want to see if the plan is clear and helpful to children and their caregivers, and whether it can reduce suicidal behavi…

This study looks at how the brain processes pain in people with depression who may be at risk for suicide. Researchers will use brain scans (fMRI) while participants experience mild pressure pain. The goal is to find brain patterns linked to suicide capability, which could help i…