Phone alerts may curb suicidal urges in real time

NCT ID NCT05848089

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 34 times

Summary

This study tested whether learning three skills to manage negative emotions and getting smartphone reminders to practice them can reduce how often and how intensely people feel emotional distress and suicidal thoughts. 41 adults with recent suicidal thoughts or a suicide attempt took part. Results will show if this approach helps lower suicidal urges in the moment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02130, United States

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