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Focused Suicide Prevention Strategy for Youth Presenting to the Emergency Department With Suicide Related Behaviour

Launched by THE HOSPITAL FOR SICK CHILDREN · Jan 25, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of October 08, 2024

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Description

This is a Multi-site Randomized Controlled Trial of a patient- and family-centered suicide prevention intervention added to usual care (SAFE + UC) for adolescents aged 12 to 17 years who present to the Emergency Department (ED) with suicidal ideation or suicide risk behaviours. The investigators will determine whether the SAFE + UC intervention is more effective than enhanced usual care (telephone navigation + UC) in reducing suicide-related behaviors in 330 youth at high-risk of suicide across Canadian sites. SAFE + UC is a 6-week, standardized, manualized outpatient program that teaches ...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • * Youth presenting in the Emergency Department with SIQ-Jr score ≥ 31,
  • * Has a participating parent or caregiver who is able to communicate easily in English, or is willing to communicate using a hospital-organized translator,
  • * Between the ages 12-17 years old,
  • * Living in the catchment area of one of the three hospital sites and access to a telephone.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • * Score of 3 on KSADS screen for current psychosis or elevated mood
  • * Moderate to severe intellectual disability, and/or autism based on clinical chart.

About The Hospital For Sick Children

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is a leading pediatric health care and research institution located in Toronto, Canada. With a commitment to advancing child health through innovative research, education, and clinical care, SickKids is recognized globally for its expertise in pediatric medicine. The hospital actively sponsors clinical trials aimed at improving treatment outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for children with various health conditions. By fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and leveraging state-of-the-art facilities, SickKids strives to translate research findings into tangible advancements in pediatric care, ensuring that children receive the best possible treatments based on the latest scientific evidence.

Locations

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

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