Can a weekly phone call prevent suicide? new trial aims to find out.

NCT ID NCT05837026

Not yet recruiting Prevention Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a 12-week outreach program from a community crisis support group can reduce suicide attempts in people who recently visited an emergency department for suicidal thoughts. Participants will receive weekly phone or text check-ins, safety planning, and caring messages, plus standard care. The goal is to see if this extra support lowers suicide-related behaviors and improves attendance at follow-up mental health appointments.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Enhanced Outreach Intervention (phone/text safety planning, caring contacts, risk assessment)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a simple, scalable way to prevent suicide attempts in people leaving the emergency room.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small trial (300 people) testing a behavioral intervention, not a drug. Results may not apply to everyone, and the effect may be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Suicidal Ideation Suicide Suicide, Attempted

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SUICIDAL IDEATION SUICIDE SUICIDE, ATTEMPTED

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