New digital tool may help doctors spot and stop teen suicide risk
NCT ID NCT06194331
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a digital suicide prevention program for teens in pediatric primary care. Thirty at-risk youth aged 12-17 and their parents used the tool, which helps doctors identify and address suicidal thoughts and behaviors. The goal was to see if the program is practical and effective in a real-world clinic setting.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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30 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jun 2025
- Finished
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Apr 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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12 to 17 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Youth Inclusion: * 12-17 years old * Parent/legal guardian consents for youth to be in study * English fluency and literacy-own a smart phone or device * PHQ-9M score indicating moderate or severe depression or suicidal ideation in past month, past 2 weeks, or an attempt in their lifetime Caregiver/Parent inclusion: -English fluency and literacy Youth Exclusion: * evidence of intellectual delay * pervasive developmental disorder * other condition from medical history that would prohibit comprehension of questions or modules
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Pediatric Research in Office Settings National Headquarters
Itasca, Illinois, 60143, United States
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