Protocol for the economic evaluation of paraprofessional-led case management and two brief culture-informed suicide prevention interventions for American Indian youth
2024

Economic Evaluation of Suicide Prevention Interventions for American Indian Youth

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Author Information

Author(s): Kemp Christopher G., Goklish Novalene, Suttle Rosemarie, Minjarez Tina, Kaytoggy Cindy, Garcia Mitchell, Tessay Robin, Rock Heather, Haroz Emily E., Stifter Meredith, Aldridge Luke A., Barlow Allison, Cwik Mary

Hypothesis

The study aims to estimate the cost and cost-effectiveness of community-based paraprofessionals delivering preventive services to American Indian youth.

Conclusion

The study will provide essential cost and cost-effectiveness estimates for suicide prevention interventions in American Indian communities.

Supporting Evidence

  • Suicide is a leading cause of death among American Indian youth.
  • Community-based case management approaches are needed to support Native youth.
  • Cost estimates are critical for policymakers in Tribal communities.

Takeaway

This study is trying to find out how much it costs to help young Native Americans who might be thinking about suicide, using community helpers and cultural practices.

Methodology

The study will use an economic evaluation as part of a Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomized Trial, collecting data through interviews, logs, and reviews.

Participant Demographics

American Indian youth aged 10-29.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.21203/rs.3.rs-5450028

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