Personalized smartphone intervention for preventing suicide
Examining Feasibility, Acceptability, and Sustainability of a Novel Personalized Smartphone Intervention for Suicide
This study is testing a new smartphone app designed to help people aged 18 to 70 who are having thoughts of suicide by seeing if it can effectively support them and keep them safe.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Butler Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Providence, Rhode Island and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05202756 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to develop and evaluate a personalized smartphone application called the Mobile Application to Prevent Suicide (MAPS). It will assess the feasibility, acceptability, and safety of the app in individuals experiencing suicidal ideation or behavior. Participants will be monitored for key outcomes such as suicidal thoughts and behaviors, as well as re-hospitalization rates. The study will involve individuals aged 18 to 70 who own a smartphone and can engage with the app effectively.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 70 who have experienced suicidal thoughts or behaviors in the past month.
Not a fit: Patients with severe psychotic or manic symptoms that hinder their ability to participate in the study may not benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce suicidal ideation and behaviors among at-risk individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using technology-based interventions for mental health, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Presence of suicidal ideation and/or suicidal behavior in the past month * Between the ages of 18 and 70 * Able to read, write, and understand English well enough to complete study procedures * Owns a smartphone Exclusion Criteria: * Current psychotic or manic symptoms severe enough to interfere with completion of study procedures
Where this trial is running
Providence, Rhode Island and 1 other locations
- Butler Hospital — Providence, Rhode Island, United States (Recruiting)
- Brown University — Providence, Rhode Island, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Cheryl Cordeiro
- Email: ccordeiro@butler.org
- Phone: 401-455-6654
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.