Methods and Resources
Methods
The ASSIST Lab strives to support other researchers and contribute to the greater good of academia. We hope the resources below can guide others sharing this goal.
ARES-SI / Adaptive Sampling
ARES-SI is a system designed to improve the timing of ecological momentary assessment prompts for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
Screenomics and Passive Sensing
The lab uses high-resolution smartphone-based methods, including screenomics and passive sensing, to better understand daily-life patterns associated with suicide risk and mental health.
CAT-SRP / Computerized Adaptive Assessment
The lab uses computerized adaptive assessment tools to improve measurement of suicide risk pathways while reducing participant burden.
Digital Intervention Platforms
The lab develops and evaluates scalable digital tools, including just-in-time adaptive interventions and brief microinterventions designed to provide support in daily life.
Resources
Lab Developed Measures
O’Loughlin, C. M., McClure, K., & Ammerman, B. A. (2024). Development and validation of the self-injury stigma scale. Journal of psychiatric research, 173, 48–57. doi: 10.1016/j.jpsychires.2024.02.027.
Self-Injury Social Reactions Questionnaire (SI-SRQ)
Ammerman, B. A., & McCloskey, M. S. (2021). The Development of a Measure to Assess Social Reactions to Self-Injury Disclosure. Assessment, 28(1), 225-237. doi: 10.1177/1073191120903081.
Lab Developed Resources
Creating Safe & Effective Spaces for Suicide Risk Disclosure in Routine Care
A resource for healthcare providers and clinical teams seeking to create safer, more effective spaces for patients to talk about suicide risk and suicidal thoughts in routine care.
A PBS Wisconsin University Place talk for anyone interested in learning more about how to talk about suicide and suicidal thinking in compassionate, direct, and supportive ways.
Gebhardt, H. M., Ammerman, B. A., Carter, S. P., & Stanley, I. H. (2022). Understanding suicide: Development and pilot evaluation of a single-session inpatient psychoeducation group. Psychological services, 19(3), 423–430. https://doi.org/10.1037/ser0000543
This single-session intervention was developed to support psychoeducation about suicide in inpatient settings. Please contact the ASSIST Lab if you are interested in using this intervention.