New counseling approach aims to curb youth suicide risk

NCT ID NCT07321171

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Shira Barzilay Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests a stepped-care model where youth with mild suicidal thoughts get brief counseling from trained non-specialists, while those with more severe risk receive professional therapy. Researchers will compare this approach to standard care in 350 children and teens. The goal is to see if the model reduces suicidal thoughts and behaviors and improves access to treatment.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: brief interpersonal counseling (IPC) delivered by trained non-specialists
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a cost-effective, scalable way to reduce suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children and teens.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage trial with 350 participants, so results may not apply to all youth. The intervention is low-intensity and may not work for severe cases.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Behavior Suicidal Ideation Suicide Prevention

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SUICIDAL IDEATION AND BEHAVIOR

Contacts and locations

Locations

Shneider children's Medical Center
RECRUITING

Petah Tikva, 4920235, Israel

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