Eco-anxiety and Severity of Suicide Risk in Adolescents Aged 12 to 16 An Observational Study

What this Trial Is About

Suicide is a major public health issue, especially among adolescents aged 15 to 24 years, where it is the second leading cause of death. This study investigates the relationship between eco-anxiety, which is anxiety related to climate change, and the severity of suicide risk in adolescents aged 12 to 16 years. Eco-anxiety is measured using the French version of the 13-item Climate Anxiety Scale (CAS), while suicide risk severity is assessed using the French version of the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS). The goal is to better understand how eco-anxiety may influence suicidal behaviors in this young population. The study involves evaluating adolescents hospitalized in the child and adolescent psychopathology department at the Hopital Femme Mère Enfant. Participants will complete assessments measuring their level of eco-anxiety and the seriousness of their suicide risk. The CAS evaluates cognitive, emotional, and functional difficulties related to climate change, while the C-SSRS measures suicidal thoughts and behaviors. The study focuses on identifying any association between these scales at the time of inclusion. Participants will be assessed at the start of the study regarding their eco-anxiety and suicide risk using the specified scales. Researchers will analyze the correlation between the intensity of eco-anxiety and the severity of suicide risk to gain insights into potential risk factors. The study aims to refine the understanding of suicide risk in adolescents and help improve prevention strategies related to mental health and climate-related anxiety.

Eco-anxiety and Suicide