Improving Our Understanding of Suicidal Ideation in Cancer Survivors

Improving Our Understanding of Suicidal Ideation in Cancer Survivors

The goal of this project is to assess the feasibility of collecting physiological and psychological data that will allow for preliminary investigation of predictors of suicidal ideation in an ambulatory cancer population already seeking psychosocial support.

Exploratory analyses will be the first step to establishing possible predictive relationships. The long-term goal of this research is to identifying an integrated model of suicidal ideation in cancer, so that providers will be better able to identify appropriate screening methods to target patients at high risk for suicide. This information will ultimately inform the development of psychosocial interventions that specifically address the variables that increase suicide risk in patients with cancer.

Inclusion Criteria:

In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:

1. Provision to sign and date the consent form.
2. Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and be available for the duration of the study.
3. Be male or female, aged 18 or older.
4. Ambulatory oncology patients at the University of Colorado Cancer Center who are being provided psychosocial support services; specifically, having had at least one in-person meeting with a doctoral level clinical/counseling psychologist or masters level social worker.
5. Valid and private email account.

Exclusion Criteria: