Evaluating a suicide prevention app in emergency departments
Evaluation of Efficacy, Effectiveness, and Implementation of Jaspr Health's Digital Platform in Emergency Department for Patients With Suicidal Risk- Part A: Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests whether a new app can help people who visit the emergency department for suicidal thoughts by providing support and safety planning compared to standard care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 670 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Massachusetts, Worcester Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Worcester, Massachusetts) |
| Trial ID | NCT06223867 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Jaspr Health app, designed to assist patients during emergency department visits related to suicidal ideation and self-harm. The app guides users through a suicide risk assessment and provides access to evidence-based safety planning and coping skills. Participants will be randomly assigned to either receive the app intervention or standard care, with follow-up assessments conducted over a year to measure outcomes. The study aims to enhance the delivery of suicide prevention practices in emergency settings.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults with active suicidal ideation or a recent suicide attempt who can engage with the app and reside in Massachusetts.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old, those unable to consent, or individuals in state custody will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the management and outcomes of patients experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using technology for suicide prevention, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Positive for suicide risk on the Patient Safety Screener in the ED (active suicidal ideation int the past 2 weeks, or suicidal attempt in the past 6 months) * Cognitively and emotionally capable of consent and engaging in Jaspr app. * Reads English at 6th grade level. * Reliable telephone access. * Owns a smart phone * Lives in Massachusetts Exclusion Criteria: * Prisoners or in state custody * Adults unable to consent * Patient \<18 yeas * Enrolled subjects during the 12 month follow-up period
Where this trial is running
Worcester, Massachusetts
- UMass Memorial Health — Worcester, Massachusetts, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Edwin D Boudreaux, PhD — University of Massachusetts, Worcester
- Study coordinator: Edwin D Boudreaux, PhD
- Email: Edwin.Boudreaux@umassmed.edu
- Phone: 508-334-3817
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.