Can a quick call or text prevent suicide? new study tests Just-in-Time help

NCT ID NCT05793541

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether brief phone calls or text messages from a trained clinician can help people hospitalized for suicidal thoughts use their safety plan. Participants answer questions on their smartphone up to 4 times a day and may receive a just-in-time intervention based on their current risk level. The goal is to see if these quick interventions reduce suicidal urges and improve coping.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Phone calls and text messages from a trained clinician
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a practical, real-time way to help people manage suicidal thoughts and stay safe.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study with only 185 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The interventions are brief and may not be enough to prevent suicide in all cases.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Suicidal Ideation Suicide

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SUICIDE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mass General Brigham
RECRUITING

Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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