New app aims to curb teen suicide with daily mood boosts

NCT ID NCT07661901

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing a smartphone app called DIGIReward designed to help teenagers aged 13-17 who have recent suicidal thoughts. The app sends daily check-ins and suggests mood-boosting activities. Researchers want to see if teens find the app helpful and easy to use. The study involves 20 teens and their guardians in the Philadelphia area.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Smartphone app (DIGIReward) providing daily check-ins and mood-boosting skills
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a practical, scalable tool to help teens manage suicidal thoughts and improve emotional well-being.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study (20 participants) focused on usability, not effectiveness. The app may not work for everyone or may not reduce suicidal thoughts in larger trials.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Anhedonia Suicidal Ideation Suicide

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANHEDONIA DIGITAL HEALTH INTERVENTION REWARD SENSITIVITY SUICIDAL SUICIDAL IDEATION SUICIDAL THOUGHTS

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Pennsylvania
RECRUITING

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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