ECOLOGICAL MOMENTARY ASSESSMENT OF SUICIDE RISK: FEASIBILITY AMONG OLDER ADULTS WITH MEMORY CONCERNS
2024
Assessing Suicide Risk in Older Adults Using Smartphone Surveys
Sample size: 27
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Loskot Taylor, Bower Emily
Primary Institution: Pacific University
Hypothesis
Can ecological momentary assessment (EMA) effectively assess suicide risk factors in older adults with memory concerns?
Conclusion
The study found that using EMA to assess suicide risk in older adults is feasible and well-received.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants completed two-thirds of the assigned surveys on average.
- Completion rates did not vary significantly by suicide risk or cognitive decline severity.
- Participants reported the EMA experience as easy and non-disruptive.
Takeaway
Researchers used a smartphone app to ask older adults about their feelings and thoughts on suicide, and it worked well.
Methodology
Participants completed four surveys daily for 14 days using an EMA app, followed by traditional assessments for comparison.
Limitations
The study's sample size was small and may not represent all older adults.
Participant Demographics
Participants had a mean age of 69, with 82% being female.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p > 0.05
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