Clinical trials
Suicide Ideation clinical trials
Below are recruiting suicide ideation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 125 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06454136Enrolling by invitation
App-based support for teens after a suicide attempt
This trial tests a mobile app designed to help teenagers who have recently been hospitalized after a suicide attempt or serious suicidal thoughts. The goal is to see if the app can provide extra support and reduce future suicide attempts.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 13–17 - NCT07559955Recruiting
Support Team Program to Help Teens at Risk
This study tests a program that connects young people on probation who are having thoughts of suicide with trusted adults in their life for support. The goal is to help prevent suicide by building a stronger support network around each teen.
New York, New YorkAges 12–80 - NCT05307432Enrolling by invitation
Telehealth safety planning after an ER visit for suicide risk
This study tests a phone/video-based “safety plan” service for adults after an ER visit related to suicide risk. It may help you (or the ER team) feel more prepared to stay safe and know what to do next after you leave the hospital.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT05965622Recruiting
Cost-effectiveness of ABFT for youth with suicidality
This study looks at whether ABFT (a family-based therapy) works well and is worth the cost for young adults who have strong suicidal thoughts. It also uses your family’s involvement to see how treatment affects safety and well-being over time.
Tongeren, LimburgAges 18–25 - NCT03769259Enrolling by invitation
Therapy for recent suicidal thoughts or attempts
This study tests a brief counseling approach based on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people who are dealing with suicidal thoughts or a recent suicide attempt. It’s offered in outpatient care and aims to see whether this shorter therapy works for improving safety and coping.
Jacksonville, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06009523Recruiting
Testing brain stimulation for suicidal thoughts
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS, which uses mild electrical currents to reduce suicidal thoughts in people with depression. If you have moderate to severe depression and still have suicidal ideation despite treatment, this might be an option.
Faye-l'AbbesseAges 18 years+ - NCT05925322Recruiting
Social reward therapy for depression-related suicidal thoughts
This study looks at whether “social reward” psychotherapy can change brain activity and reduce suicidal thoughts in adults ages 50–80 who also have major depression. You may be offered psychotherapy along with brain scans to see how your brain responds over time.
New York, New YorkAges 50–80 - NCT07150832Recruiting
I-CARE app for teens after a suicide crisis
This trial tests a digital program called I-CARE to support teens aged 12-17 who have had a suicide attempt, suicidal thoughts, or self-harm. It aims to help them while they wait for inpatient psychiatric care.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 12–17 - NCT05696691RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Ketamine with a crisis plan for suicidal thoughts in the ER
This study tests whether ketamine plus a structured crisis-response plan can help reduce suicidal thoughts for adults admitted from the ER. It also aims to make care in the emergency setting more consistent and effective.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–70 - 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 - NCT07418047Recruiting
Avatar-guided digital help for young adults with alcohol and suicide risk
This study tests a smartphone app with a virtual guide (avatar) to help young adults who have both alcohol use problems and suicidal thoughts. You would be randomly assigned to the avatar-based program or a standard safety planning app. The goal is to see which works better.
Marlborough, MassachusettsAges 18–29 - NCT07321171Recruiting
Stepped care for children and teens with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a stepped-care program for young people who are having suicidal thoughts or have made a suicide attempt. The goal is to see if this type of care helps reduce those feelings and behaviors.
Petah TikvaAges 6–18 - NCT07395752Recruiting
Youth suicide prevention program with brain imaging study
This study tests a new program to help young people who have hurt themselves or tried to end their life. It uses brain scans (MRI) to understand how the program works and why it might help.
Suwon, Gyeonggi-doAges 15–30 - NCT04923685Recruiting
Study looks at blood markers linked to childhood trauma and suicide risk
This study checks whether tiny genetic signals in blood (microRNAs) are linked to childhood maltreatment and thoughts or risk of suicide, especially in people with major depression. It may help researchers understand biological clues that could someday guide better care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–60 - NCT05834660Recruiting
School suicide prevention support for teens and caregivers
This trial tests a support program used in participating schools to help teens who have suicide thoughts or have acted on them, with their caregiver’s involvement. It aims to improve safety and outcomes after the school notices the concern.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 11 years+ - NCT04089254Recruiting
Teen suicide care alternatives after emergency room visit
This study tests an approach to help teens after they come to the emergency room for suicidal thoughts or behaviors. It aims to see whether the alternative treatment can better support teens who need extra care, beyond a basic check-in.
Glen Oaks, New YorkAges 12–18 - NCT07043231Recruiting
Creative tools for discussing suicide with kids
This trial tests if creative materials help healthcare professionals talk about suicide with children and teens. It aims to improve support for young people at risk.
GhentAges 18 years+ - NCT07222306Enrolling by invitation
Cannabis, brain inflammation, and suicidal thoughts brain imaging study
This study uses brain scans to see how cannabis affects inflammation and suicidal thoughts. You may join if you're already in a related study and can safely undergo MRI and PET scans.
Detroit, MichiganAges 19–69 - NCT07025720Recruiting
Brain stimulation for depression and suicide risk in young people
This study tests a new type of brain stimulation called TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) for young people ages 15-25 who are having serious depression and suicidal thoughts. The goal is to see if this treatment can help reduce risk and improve mood.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 15–25 - 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+ - NCT03646058RecruitingPhase 3
Add-on buprenorphine to ease suicidal thoughts in depression
This Phase 3 study tests whether adding buprenorphine to your usual pain-dose medicines can reduce severe suicidal thoughts during a major depressive episode. It may help people who are currently hospitalized or closely followed and have higher scores for both depression severity and suicidal thinking.
Bordeaux, FranceAges 18–65 - NCT07346638Recruiting
Trauma therapy for women with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests a group therapy program called BEAR for women who have experienced trauma and are currently having suicidal thoughts. The program aims to help reduce distress and improve coping.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06002191Recruiting
A text-based safety program for teens bullied online
This study tests a texting program called imHere4U to help teens who have been cyberbullied and feel distressed or think about suicide. The program aims to provide support and reduce suicide risk.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for suicide ideation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 125 recruiting suicide ideation 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 suicide ideation 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 suicide ideation 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.