Clinical trials
Suicidal Ideation and Behavior clinical trials
Below are recruiting suicidal ideation and behavior clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 75 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06094218Recruiting
Developing a suicide prevention tool for active duty members
This study is for active duty service members who are getting mental health care and have had recent suicidal thoughts. The goal is to develop a tool that helps predict how well treatments may work for preventing suicide, so you and your provider can make better decisions.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07343258Recruiting
Study on follow-up for suicidal callers from Flemish helpline
This study tests a callback program for people who call the Flemish suicide helpline. It aims to see if extra follow-up calls can help those thinking about suicide, especially when they don't already have support for their suicidal thoughts.
GhentAges 18 years+ - NCT06651554Recruiting
Suicide prevention app study for teens in Bogota
This trial tests a digital platform designed to help prevent suicide among teenagers. It aims to make mental health support more accessible for students in Bogota schools.
Bogotá, ColombiaAges 14–19 - NCT05390918Recruiting
Trial for teen sleep and suicidal thoughts risk
This study aims to see if treating insomnia (sleep problems) can lower overall risk related to suicidal behavior in teens. You may be eligible if you’ve had both recent sleep issues and recent suicidal thoughts, with some important safety exclusions.
Columbus, OhioAges 11–18 - NCT06318962Recruiting
A smartphone app to help prevent suicidal behaviors
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help prevent suicidal behaviors. It may be a good fit if you've recently had suicidal thoughts or made an attempt and own an iPhone or Android phone.
Colorado Springs, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07303959Recruiting
Sleep treatment for teens after a hospital stay
This study tests a sleep program called Sleepio to help teens who have been in the hospital for suicide risk and also have trouble sleeping. The goal is to see if improving sleep can help them feel better and stay safer.
Piscataway, New JerseyAges 14–18 - NCT07611916Enrolling by invitation
App-based support for group therapy in the hospital
This study tests if adding a smartphone app to group therapy helps people in the hospital feel better. It is for adults who can speak English and have a smartphone.
Piscataway, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT05398250Enrolling by invitation
Comparing brief suicide prevention tools for autistic youth
This study compares two short suicide-prevention approaches for autistic youth. The goal is to see which approach works better and is easier for routine care to use.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12–99 - NCT06353711Recruiting
Caring Connections youth suicide detection and support
This study looks at better ways to find and help youth who are thinking about suicide or hurting themselves, especially those who have had trouble getting mental health services. It uses a team approach to connect youth with care and support.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 13 years+ - NCT05695430Recruiting
Brief therapy for thoughts and stress with physical disabilities
This study tests a short kind of counseling called brief cognitive behavioral therapy to help people with physical disabilities and recent suicidal thoughts or attempts. It may help you manage distressing thoughts and feel safer and more in control.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07211373Enrolling by invitation
Suicide prevention study for college students
This study tests a technology-based program to help undergraduate students who have recently had suicidal thoughts or behaviors. It aims to find better ways to support students in distress.
Amherst, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04572321Enrolling by invitation
Teen depression and suicide research study for youth
This study looks at depression and suicidal thoughts or behaviors in children and teens. It may help researchers better understand these risks and improve supports for young people.
Dallas, TexasAges 8–20 - NCT05078970Recruiting
Teen suicide intervention study for high-risk times
This study tests a suicide intervention approach for teens who are having suicidal thoughts or behaviors and are currently in an emergency or hospital setting. It may help you and your care team better support teens during the most risky period.
Columbus, OhioAges 11–17 - NCT07111052Enrolling by invitation
Lock and protect: reducing access to items used for suicide
This study tests a program to help families make the home safer by securing or removing items that could be used for self-harm. It is for teens (13–17) who came to the emergency room for suicidal thoughts, attempts, or self-injury without the intent to die, and their caregivers.
New York, New YorkAges 13–17 - NCT07339189Recruiting
AI Suicide Prevention for Older Adults With HIV
This trial tests a smartphone-based AI program designed to help people with HIV who have had suicidal thoughts. It aims to reduce suicide risk by teaching coping skills through text-based conversations.
Newark, New JerseyAges 50 years+ - NCT06555094Recruiting
Adding a mobile app to brief therapy for suicide risk
This trial studies whether adding a mobile app to brief counseling sessions can help people who are having thoughts of suicide or have recently attempted suicide. It aims to find a more effective way to support your mental health using technology you already have.
Piscataway, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06210100Recruiting
Brain stimulation for self-harm in teens with depression
This study tests a type of brain stimulation (called aiTBS) that uses magnetic pulses to help reduce self-harm and suicidal thoughts in teens with depression. It's for teens who are in the hospital and have been hurting themselves on purpose.
Dali, YunnanAges 12–18 - NCT05180344Recruiting
Personalized phone support for suicidal thoughts or actions
This study tests a personalized mobile (phone) program to help people who have had suicidal thoughts or actions in the past month. It aims to see if the approach is safe, acceptable, and possibly helpful in reducing risk and distress.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–26 - NCT07450105Enrolling by invitation
Intensive DBT for Teens Who Self-Harm or Feel Suicidal
This study tests whether an intensive type of therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) can help teenagers who are hurting themselves or feeling suicidal. It focuses on young people with signs of borderline personality disorder, and includes parents or caregivers in the treatment.
BergenAges 14–17 - NCT06341634Enrolling by invitation
Suicide ideation surveillance in teens
This study follows adolescents aged 11 to 16 to better understand and track suicidal thoughts. It may help improve care for teens with or without these thoughts.
Santiago de Compostela, A CoruñaAges 11–16 - NCT05224440Recruiting
Program helping people near military discharge move to new cities
This program helps people who are about to transition out of the military get set up in selected cities. It’s likely meant to test whether moving plans and support during the transition work better when you go to one of the study cities.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07365579Recruiting
Test of a text messaging safety plan for young adults
This study explores whether a text-message-based safety planning tool can help young adults who have had recent thoughts of suicide. It aims to see if using simple text messages for support is practical and helpful.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–24 - NCT06576076Recruiting
Cannabis, emotions, and risk study for teens
This study explores how daily cannabis use affects emotions and risk behaviors in teenagers. You'll answer quick surveys on your phone and wear a Fitbit for up to 3 months.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–18 - NCT07356492Recruiting
Support program for transitioning service members at moderate suicide risk
This study tests a program to help service members who are at moderate risk for suicide as they transition from military to civilian life.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for suicidal ideation and behavior?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 75 recruiting suicidal ideation and behavior studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a suicidal ideation and behavior trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a suicidal ideation and behavior trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.