Suicidal Behaviors, Suicidal Ideation, Suicide Prevention
Conditions
Keywords
co-creation, participatory research, children, adolescents, suicide prevention, suicidal ideation, suicidal behaviour, suicide
Brief summary
Evidence shows that there are very few evidence-based tools or interventions specifically targeting suicidality in children and adolescents. It is crucial to address suicidal thoughts in these populations, as research indicates that discussing suicidality does not increase suicidal behavior but may instead reduce the associated risk. Furthermore, the field of suicide prevention increasingly incorporates digital technologies. Studies suggest that digital interventions targeting suicidality in young people show promise in enhancing knowledge, regulating emotions, developing coping skills, and managing suicidal thoughts and behaviors. As part of this project, we will develop the following practical tools: * A creative methodology for professionals to engage children and adolescents in talking about their suicidal thoughts. * A self-help app for suicidal young people and their support networks. The development process will involve co-creation, with input from children and adolescents playing a central role. A total of 30 children and adolescents aged 10 to 18 years, who have experienced suicidal thoughts in the past, will participate in this project. The co-creation sessions will be conducted in groups of up to 10 participants. Participants can attend a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 10 sessions, each lasting up to 1.5 hours. The sessions will be facilitated by researchers from VLESP and will take place at a location convenient for participants or in Ghent (the primary location of the research team). If preferred by participants, one or more sessions may also be held online. For participants who do not wish to join a group, individual sessions can be arranged. Each session will be attended by two researchers, with the potential involvement of professionals specializing in tool development. Several potential developers will be invited to submit proposals for creating the tools, and the selection of the developer will be based on these submissions. During the sessions, participants will review and evaluate various prototypes of the app. However, the prototypes will not be tested for effectiveness by the young participants.
Interventions
OTHERTools
In the co-creation meetings, developed tools will be presented. Participants will be asked to provide feedback and input to tailor these tools to the needs and preferences of children and adolescents with suicidal thoughts/behavior.
Sponsors
University Ghent
Study design
Allocation
NA
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
10 Years to 18 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Aged 10-18 years * Proficient in Dutch * Has experienced suicidal thoughts in the past
Exclusion criteria
(as assessed by the care provider): * Limited cognitive ability * Currently experiencing an acute suicidal crisis
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Co-creation questions | From enrolment to end of co-creation sessions (10 sessions of 1.5 hours max over the course of the study) | In the co-creation sessions, participants will be asked about: * Current app usage * Preferences and needs regarding an app/creative methodology * Accessibility and usability of the tools * Privacy and confidentiality * Social support and community engagement * Sensitivity and language * Seeking help and professional support * Sustained engagement * Feedback on tool prototypes * Reflections on how they experienced the session |
Countries
Belgium
Contacts
Primary ContactEva De Jaegere, PhD
Outcome results
None listed