U.S., Jan. 7 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07321171) titled 'Stepped-Care for Suicidal Youth and Children' on Sept. 28, 2025.
Brief Summary: The goal of this RCT study is to test the efficacy of a stratified stepped-care (SSC) model in reducing suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STB) in children and adolescents. The main questions it aims to answer are:
1. Does the SSC model effectively reduce STB and mental health symptoms?
2. Can the SSC model improve access to treatment and be cost-effective?
Researchers will compare the SSC model to Care as Usual (CAU). The SSC model includes low-intensity counseling delivered by non-specialists for mild STB and professional-delivered therapy for more sev...