Can a nerve zap and a phone app stop teen suicide?
NCT ID NCT05602779
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests two new ways to help teens aged 13-17 who have suicidal thoughts or self-harm. One uses a small device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear to help control emotions. The other is a smartphone app that connects teens with a supportive peer. The goal is to see if these approaches reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors over one year.
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University of Notre Dame
South Bend, Indiana, 46617, United States
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University of Rochester Medical Center
Rochester, New York, 14620, United States
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