Texts that save teens: new program cuts violence and depression risk

NCT ID NCT03626103

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

Summary

This study tested a program called iDOVE2 for teens at risk of peer violence and mild-to-moderate depression. The program started with a brief session in the emergency department, followed by automated text messages designed to prevent violence and depressive symptoms. Researchers enrolled 620 teens and measured changes in physical violence and depression scores over time.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression depressive disorder Emergencies

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Rhode Island Hospital/Hasbro Children's Hospital

    Providence, Rhode Island, 02903, United States

  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    New Haven, Connecticut, 06510, United States