Can a Digital-Plus-In-Person therapy curb teen Self-Injury?

NCT ID NCT07755774

First seen Aug 10, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot trial tests a new treatment called blended ERITA for adolescents aged 12-17 who have self-injured in the past three months and have low daily functioning. The therapy combines face-to-face sessions with a digital platform, teaching teens skills to manage emotions instead of self-harm, and includes a separate course for parents. The study aims to see if this approach is practical and acceptable within intensive outpatient mental health services, preparing for a larger trial.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Blended ERITA, an acceptance-based behavioral therapy combining face-to-face sessions with a digital platform, including a parent course
What this could lead to
If successful, this blended therapy could offer a practical, scalable way to help teens with self-injury reduce harmful behaviors and better manage emotions.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. The therapy may not be more helpful than standard care, and some teens might not engage with the digital components.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Self-Injurious Behavior

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Karolinska Institutet

    Stockholm, Sweden

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