Brief Online Help for Suicidal Thoughts in LGBTQ+ Youth
Official title: Piloting a Brief, Online Intervention for Suicidality in Sexual and Gender Minority Youth
Run by Western University · NCT07402265 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This online, self-guided program tests whether a short intervention can help reduce suicidal thoughts in LGBTQ+ youth in Canada.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 13 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Western University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (London, Ontario) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | February 1, 2026 |
| Main results expected | September 30, 2026 |
| Study ends | September 30, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | August 21, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07402265 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Youth aged 13-25 who identify as sexual and/or gender minority and have had suicidal thoughts in the past 6 months, residing in Canada with English fluency and computer access.
✕Probably not a fit
Individuals without current suicidal ideation or those who cannot access the online format may not experience benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The study pilots a brief, online, self-guided intervention called KindMind for youth aged 13-25 who identify as sexual and/or gender minorities and have recent suicidal thoughts. Participants complete online assessments, use the intervention, and then report back one month later to gauge acceptability and any changes in mood and suicidality. It is a single-arm feasibility study without a control group, focusing on whether the program is usable and shows initial signals of benefit. Eligibility requires residency in Canada, English fluency, and access to a computer for virtual participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, participants may experience a reduction in suicidal thoughts and gain access to a tailored online resource.
How similar studies have gone: Previous work suggests online, self-guided interventions can be acceptable and show early promise for reducing suicidal thoughts in diverse youth populations, though results vary by population and design.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Resident of Canada * Fluent in English * Youth (i.e., 13-25 years) * Identifies as a sexual and/or gender minority (i.e., any sexual identity excluding heterosexual and/or any gender identity excluding cisgender) * Endorses experiencing any suicidal ideation within the past 6 months * Access to a computer and able to participate virtually Exclusion Criteria: * Does not meet the inclusion criteria
Where it's running
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Western University
London, Ontario, Canada Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Lindsay P Bodell, PhD — Western University
- Study coordinator: Genevieve M Bianchini, MSc
- Email: gbianch2@uwo.ca
- Phone: 519-661-2111
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.