Examining How Adverse Childhood Experiences and the Underlying Processes of Impulsivity Influence Suicidal Behavior Fort Hays State University
Julia Duran Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Janett Naylor-Tincknell Due to the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences and impulsive behavior on mental and
physical health, it is important to better understand their relationship and how they both may influence choices, such as suicide. This study uses a broad assessment of self-report and behavioral measures of impulsivity to gather a more discrete understanding of the underlying processes that contribute to impulsive behavior. By identifying specific dimensions of impulsivity as risk factors for suicide, we can then recognize individuals at greater risk of attempting, as well as target and mitigate the effects of these behaviors through interventions.
Hi, Julia! I really enjoyed your presentation and hearing about your expected results. Are you using the level of stress associated with COVID-19 as a confounding variable in your study or how is that relevant to the study being discussed? Do you think the current pandemic will affect your results?
Well written poster on an interesting topic. One question–your research makes it a point to study trait impulsivity but to also study state impulsivity. Is there a particular reason/rationale for making sure you have separate measures of “trait” vs. “state” in this work? It’s clearly important to you to distinguish the two–can you elaborate a bit on why that is the case? Thank you for your time.
Hi Julia! Great presentation! I noticed that you mentioned that your research involves self-reports. Did you notice any participants falsely self-report their negative mental health symptoms or suicidality throughout the study? I’m curious because I feel that people have trouble seeking help with experiencing suicidal thoughts or ideations.