Project Type(s):
Population Health/Implementation
Principal Investigator(s):
Co-Investigator(s):
This project will 1) identify the unique barriers autistic young adults experience in accessing full-model Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for suicidal thoughts and behaviors and non-suicidal self-injury in community settings, 2) determine needed adaptations to DBT from the perspectives of service providers and recipients, and 3) user-test elements of a redesigned DBT protocol.
Project Period:
December 1, 2021 — March 31, 2024
Funding Type(s):
Federal, Foundation
Funder(s):
Health Resources & Services Administration (Autism Intervention Network on Physical Health); International Society for the Improvement and Teaching of Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Health Resources & Services Administration (Autism Intervention Network on Physical Health); International Society for the Improvement and Teaching of Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Research Program(s):
Geographic Area(s):
National
Patient Population(s):
Young Adults
Targeted Condition(s):
Suicidal Ideation
