Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 10 to 18

Creating tools for children and adolescents with suicidal thoughts and behaviors

Official title: Co-creation of Tools for Children and Adolescents with Suicidal Thoughts And/or Behaviour

Run by University Ghent · NCT06776328 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to create helpful tools and a self-help app for kids and teens who have thoughts of suicide, by working with them to better understand their feelings and support needs.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages10 Years to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment30 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Ghent
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Ghent)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 12, 2024
Main results expectedApril 1, 2026
Study endsApril 1, 2026
Registry record updatedJanuary 15, 2025
Trial IDNCT06776328 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this project are children and adolescents aged 10-18 who have experienced suicidal thoughts and are proficient in Dutch.

Probably not a fit

Patients currently experiencing an acute suicidal crisis or with limited cognitive ability may not benefit from this project.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project focuses on developing evidence-based tools and interventions specifically aimed at preventing suicidality in children and adolescents. It employs a co-creation methodology, engaging young individuals in discussions about their suicidal thoughts to enhance understanding and support. The initiative includes the creation of a self-help app designed for young people experiencing suicidal ideation, along with resources for their support networks. The approach leverages digital technologies to improve emotional regulation, coping skills, and management of suicidal thoughts.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this project could provide effective tools for young people to manage suicidal thoughts and reduce the risk of suicide.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in using digital interventions for suicide prevention in young populations, indicating that this approach is supported by emerging evidence.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 10-18 years
* Proficient in Dutch
* Has experienced suicidal thoughts in the past

Exclusion Criteria (as assessed by the care provider):

* Limited cognitive ability
* Currently experiencing an acute suicidal crisis

Where it's running

  • Flemish Centre of Expertise in Suicide Prevention, Ghent University
    Ghent, Belgium
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Gwendolyn Portzky, PhD — Flemish Centre of Expertise in Suicide Prevention, Department of Head and Skin, UGent
  • Study coordinator: Eva De Jaegere, PhD
  • Email: eva.dejaegere@ugent.be
  • Phone: +32 9 332.07.75

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.