Army tests 'Level Up' training to curb suicide and risky behavior in new recruits

NCT ID NCT07286955

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

Summary

This study tests a program called Level Up, which teaches life skills like stress management and healthy relationships to soldiers at their first duty station. 5,000 soldiers will be randomly assigned to either Level Up or a standard bystander training. Researchers will track harmful behaviors, mental health, and job performance over six months to see if the program makes a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Level Up life skills training program

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide an effective way to reduce suicide and other harmful behaviors among new soldiers, improving their mental health and job performance.

What could go wrong

This is a behavioral intervention study, not a drug trial. Results depend on participation and may not generalize to all military settings. The outcomes are self-reported and administrative, which can be unreliable.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Psychological Well-Being Risk Reduction Behavior Suicide Prevention

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Fort Hood Installation Reception Center

    RECRUITING

    Fort Hood, Texas, 76544, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••