b'EARLY CAREER RESEARCHER GRANTSInvestigating the Impact of Adolescent Suicide Attempt and Death on Parents and SiblingsMallory Stephenson, Ph.D.Virginia Commonwealth UniversityMentor: Alexis Edwards, Ph.D. Virginia Commonwealth University$137,673Adolescent suicidal behavior can be a stressful and traumatic experience for the entire family, and it is important to understand when and under what conditions family members are most affected. This study will evaluate the effect of adolescent suicide attempts and death by suicideon the potential risk for mental disorders and suicidal behavior among parents and siblings. This work couldinform the development of more effective outreach efforts following an adolescents suicide attempt or death by suicide.40'