New app sends suicide prevention tools to teens in moments of crisis

NCT ID NCT06665620

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests an updated version of the BRITE app, called ViraBrite, which sends suicide safety planning materials and coping skills to teens when they are feeling high emotional distress. Twenty teens who have recently attempted suicide or had suicidal thoughts with a plan will use the app for 4 weeks. The goal is to see if these just-in-time alerts increase how often teens engage with the app and its safety tools.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Anhedonia Depression depressive disorder mood disorder psychiatric disorder Suicidal Ideation Suicide

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15219, United States