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Digital Intervention for Suicide Risk

(DIGIReward Trial)

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Overseen BySydney Lempert, B.A.
Age: < 18
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

The goal of this clinical trial is to develop and test an app designed to reduce suicide risk and improve emotional well-being in adolescents. The study will test if the app's daily check ins and recommended mood boosting skills will improve the adolescent's overall mood and suicidality. The main question it aims to answer is:

• Is the app practical and acceptable to use daily?

In the study, adolescents will:

* Participate in a focus group with other adolescents and provide feedback on the app itself (design, ease of use, etc.).

* Complete surveys and assessments on their mood, thoughts, and experiences.

* Complete assessments about their app experience.

In the study, the legal guardian of the adolescent will:

* Participate in a focus group with other adolescents and provide feedback on the app itself (design, ease of use, etc.).

* Complete assessments about their app experience.

Who Is on the Research Team?

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Marin Kautz, Ph.D.

Principal Investigator

University of Pennsylvania

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for adolescents experiencing suicidal thoughts, low mood, or loss of interest in activities. Participants should be able to use a smartphone app and have a legal guardian who can also take part in feedback sessions.

Inclusion Criteria

ADOLESCENTS: Recent suicidal ideation
I have access to a smartphone.
LEGALGUARDIANS: They are the legal guardian of an adolescent that meets all study criteria
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Exclusion Criteria

ADOLESCENTS: Imminent suicide risk such as active suicidal ideation with a specific plan and intent
ADOLESCENTS: Psychotic disorder including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or psychotic disorder not otherwise specified with a past year psychotic episode prior to baseline
I am a legal guardian and there are no restrictions for my participation.
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Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Phase 1: Co-design and Feedback

Adolescents and their legal guardians participate in a co-design process to provide feedback on the digital platform and intervention content.

1 day
1 visit (focus group)

Intervention Testing

Participants use the app, complete daily check-ins, and engage with mood-boosting skills. They also complete ecological momentary assessments multiple times per day.

4 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after using the app.

4 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Trial Overview

The study is testing a new mobile app that offers daily check-ins and mood-boosting skills to help reduce suicide risk and improve emotional well-being in teens. Both the adolescent and their guardian will give feedback on the app's design and usefulness.

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Pennsylvania

Lead Sponsor

Trials
2,118
Recruited
45,270,000+