Can a buddy system help young people after a mental health crisis?

NCT ID NCT07051200

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This pilot study tests whether a peer support program can help young adults (ages 18-27) recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. Participants get one-on-one and group meetings with trained Peer Support Specialists and recovery organizations, while a comparison group receives standard care. Researchers will track changes in suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, and whether participants need to be readmitted.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Peer support program (one-on-one and group meetings with Peer Support Specialists and Recovery Community Organizations)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help young adults recover after a mental health crisis and reduce the risk of suicide or re-hospitalization.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study (40 people) with no blinding, so results may not apply broadly. The program may not be more effective than standard care, and participants may not stick with it.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder depressive disorder Suicidal Ideation Suicide, Attempted

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY DEPRESSION DISORDERS SUICIDAL IDEATION SUICIDE ATTEMPT

Contacts and locations

Locations

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
RECRUITING

Dallas, Texas, 75390, United States

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