b'EARLY CAREER RESEARCHER GRANTPExploring Suicide Risk in Children withNeurodevelopmental DisabilitiesAllison Gornik, Ph.D.Hugo W. Moser Research Institute atKennedy Krieger, Inc.Mentor: Paul Lipkin, M.D., Hugo W. Moser Research Institute at Kennedy Krieger, Inc.$139,993Greater understanding of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children with neurodevelopmental disabilities such as ADHD, autism, intellectual or learning disability is needed. By analyzing records from over 3,000 children, this project aims to identify risks linked to suicidal thoughts and behaviors, including diagnoses and personal and social factors. Findings from this research will improve suicide risk screening and treatments, ultimately informing clinicians about clinical care for children with developmental and behavioral challenges.28'