Bridge the Gap for Suicide Prevention
(Bridge the Gap Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new group program called Bridge the Gap (BTG) - Black Youth Group, aimed at reducing suicidal thoughts and behaviors in Black youth while enhancing hope and support from family and friends. The program includes a 10-week group session designed to positively impact participants' lives. It seeks young people aged 12-17 who identify as Black or African American and have recently experienced suicidal thoughts. Participants must have guardian permission to join. As an unphased trial, this study provides a unique opportunity to contribute to important research that could influence future support programs for Black youth.
What prior data suggests that this intervention is safe for black youth?
Research has shown that the Bridge the Gap (BTG) - Black Youth Group treatment is still under study to ensure its safety. This trial does not test drugs; it focuses on group activities to support mental health. It uses group discussions and activities rather than medication.
Generally, group activities are safe because they involve talking and sharing experiences, without the medical side effects drugs might have. However, it is important to determine if participants find the sessions helpful and comfortable.
For those considering joining, the goal is to make these sessions both effective and supportive. Participants can share feedback, which helps researchers improve the program's safety and usefulness.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
"Bridge the Gap" is unique because it specifically targets Black youth, a group that is often underserved by traditional suicide prevention programs. Most current treatments for suicide prevention focus on general therapeutic approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy or medication, which may not address cultural-specific stressors. This program offers a tailored 10-week group intervention that considers cultural and community factors, which could lead to more effective engagement and outcomes. Researchers are excited because this culturally sensitive approach has the potential to significantly improve mental health support and reduce suicide rates within this community.
What evidence suggests that the Bridge the Gap intervention might be effective for suicide prevention in black youth?
Research has shown that suicide rates among Black youth have been rising quickly in recent years. This trend is concerning because it suggests that traditional prevention methods might not be as effective for this group. One study found that specialized suicide prevention programs can greatly improve mental health and reduce suicidal behaviors. These programs also help boost confidence in one's ability to succeed and encourage seeking help. Early results suggest that focusing on the unique cultural experiences of Black youth can enhance the effectiveness of these programs. This trial will evaluate the Bridge the Gap group, a culturally adapted program designed to reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors while increasing protective factors such as hope and family support.16789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Tia Tyndal, PhD
Principal Investigator
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants attend a 10-week group intervention and complete pre-treatment and post-treatment assessment measures
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Bridge the Gap (BTG) - Black Youth Group
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Participants will complete a 10-week group and complete pre-treatment and post-treatment assessment measures.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Lead Sponsor
American Psychological Foundation
Collaborator
Citations
NCT06880809 | Bridge the Gap (BTG) - Black Youth Group
-To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the group, as well as the preliminary efficacy of the group for decreasing suicidal thoughts and behaviors and ...
Project Details
Project Abstract Recent data show alarming increases in suicide mortality among Black youth combined with concerning disparities in access to and engagement ...
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pediatricsnationwide.org
pediatricsnationwide.org/2026/02/23/understanding-the-rising-suicide-risk-among-black-youth/Understanding the Rising Suicide Risk Among Black Youth
Suicide rates among Black youth (children, adolescents and young adults) have risen sharply in recent years, surpassing those of other racial ...
Preventing suicide: a public health approach to a global ...
This Series paper presents a public health model that emphasises the broad social determinants of suicide and describes a framework through which these might be ...
The Crisis of Black Youth Suicide in America
Finally, the suicide death rate among Black youth has been found to be increasing faster than any other racial/ethnic group. When examining suicidal ideation ...
Black Youth Suicide: Investigation of Current Trends and ...
This study examines current trends and precipitating circumstances of suicide by sex and age group in Black youth 5 to 17 years of age, using 2 national ...
SAMHSA's Black Youth Suicide Prevention Initiative
The goal of the Black Youth Suicide Prevention Initiative is to reduce the suicidal thoughts, attempts, and deaths of Black youth and young adults between the ...
Emergency Task Force On Black Youth Suicide & Mental ...
Over the last several years, data has emerged indicating an alarming increase in the suicide rates for Black children and teenagers over the past generation ...
A Promising Target for Preventing Suicide in Black Youth?
We assert that sleep health [8] is a promising target for youth suicide prevention in general, with particular promise for preventing suicide among Black youth ...
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