Can a single therapy session keep suicidal teens safer after hospital discharge?

NCT ID NCT07628192

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two short, one-session therapies for teens aged 12-17 hospitalized for suicidal thoughts or attempts. One therapy (CAMS-BI) focuses on understanding and addressing the personal reasons behind suicidal feelings, while the other (Stanley-Brown Safety Planning) builds a practical safety plan. Researchers will track whether either therapy reduces the number of teens who need to return to the hospital for suicide-related reasons within 90 days.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

CAMS Brief Intervention (behavioral therapy) and Stanley-Brown Safety Planning Intervention (behavioral therapy)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a practical, short-term therapy to reduce suicide-related hospital readmissions and improve safety for at-risk teens.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial (118 participants) comparing two behavioral interventions, so results may not apply broadly. Both therapies are brief and may not prevent all suicide attempts.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression major depressive disorder Suicidal Ideation Suicide, Attempted

As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • The Cleveland Clinic

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States

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