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Understanding Structural Social Determinants of Suicidal Trajectories

2023 Early Career Researcher Grant

Amount Awarded: $109,448

Focus Area: Psychosocial

Yunyu Xiao, Ph.D.

Yunyu Xiao, Ph.D.

Cornell University, Weill Cornell Medicine

Inside the Research

This research explores the influence of environmental factors such as access to green spaces, healthcare, and quality education, on the suicide risk among U.S. adolescents and young adults, with a specific focus on Black and Asian youth. Leveraging innovative statistical techniques and nationwide longitudinal data, the study aims to uncover why these social and structural determinants may disproportionately increase suicide risk. The findings will guide more targeted suicide prevention strategies, aiding in building healthier, more equitable communities.