Clinical trials · Massachusetts
Suicide clinical trials in Massachusetts
We’re tracking 16 recruiting suicide studies with a site in Massachusetts — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Massachusetts
- NCT05825820Recruiting
Phone-based outreach to help prevent future suicide attempts
This pilot study tests a health care and community outreach program that contacts people after an Emergency Department (ED) visit to help prevent suicide attempts. You may get follow-up support through partners like Samaritans of Boston using phone, text, or email.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06967545Recruiting
Smartphone program to help with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests a smartphone-based program designed to help people who have frequent suicidal thoughts. It aims to provide support through your phone, so you can get help when you need it.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05671133Recruiting
Decision support to help clinicians prevent suicide risk
This study looks at whether a computer tool helps clinicians respond in a way that reduces suicidal thoughts or behaviors. If you’re attending the APS and can consent, the study may involve your information being used to improve clinician decision-making.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05931289RecruitingPhase 2
Therapy plus brain scans after a recent suicide crisis
This Phase 2 study tests suicide-safety treatments given after a recent suicidal crisis or suicide attempt. It may help by reducing risk and understanding brain changes with follow-up brain scan visits.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 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+ - NCT05796531Recruiting
Reduce self-harm urges after hospital stay using new skills
This trial tests a learning-based therapy (called therapeutic evaluative conditioning) to reduce adolescents’ thoughts and behaviors related to self-injury during and after a psychiatric inpatient hospital stay. It may help some teens feel less pulled toward self-harm after leaving the hospital.
Brighton, MassachusettsAges 12–19 - NCT04994873Recruiting
Positivity skills program for youth in inpatient crisis
This trial tests a skills-based program meant to increase positive thinking and coping for people who are in the hospital because of suicide risk. It may help participants build more hopeful, supportive skills during and after a mental health crisis.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–60 - NCT05793541Recruiting
Just-after-discharge support for people with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a “right when you need it” phone-based support program to help lower short-term suicide risk after you leave the hospital. If you recently had suicidal thoughts during your inpatient stay, you may be offered brief, timely interventions after discharge.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06223867Recruiting
Jaspr Health app for suicide prevention in the emergency department
This trial tests whether using the Jaspr Health app in the emergency department helps people who are having thoughts of suicide or have recently attempted suicide. The app is designed to provide support and coping strategies.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05995678Recruiting
STEP Home Workshop for veterans adjusting to civilian life
This pilot study tests a workshop called STEP Home to help veterans who recently left the military and are having trouble readjusting. The goal is to improve their transition and reduce suicide risk.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06034821Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
ECT vs. ketamine for suicidal depression in adults
This trial compares two treatments—ECT (electroconvulsive therapy, which uses electrical stimulation) and ketamine (a medicine given as a shot)—to see which works better for quickly reducing suicidal depression. It is for adults who are in a severe depressive episode with active suicidal thoughts.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18–90 - 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 - NCT07460947RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
One-day TMS and medicine for suicidal thoughts in BPD
This trial tests if a single day of accelerated transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) combined with the medication D-cycloserine can reduce suicidal thoughts in people with borderline personality disorder (BPD). It aims to find a fast-acting treatment option for those who are struggling.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05450432RecruitingPhase 4
Ketamine maintenance to help prevent suicidal thoughts
This Phase 4 study tests whether ongoing treatment with ketamine or esketamine can reduce suicidal thoughts in people with major depression who are at high risk. Because the study focuses on long-term maintenance, you’d receive treatment over time while being closely monitored for safety and mental health changes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT06564948Recruiting
Better mental health support for people with police contact
This study looks at different ways to help people with mental health crises who have had contact with police. It compares the usual care with a program that connects people to support services, especially if you come to the emergency room with police.
Cambridge, MassachusettsAges 18–100
Suicide trials by city in Massachusetts
Where these studies are running in Massachusetts
Institutions with a site for the recruiting suicide studies listed above.
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 6 studies
- McLean Hospital · 2 studies
- UMass Memorial Health · 2 studies
- VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus · 2 studies
- Boston Children's Hospital
- Cambridge Health Alliance
- Franciscan Children's Hospital
- Mass General Brigham
What taking part in a suicide study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Suicide trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there suicide clinical trials in Massachusetts?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 16 recruiting suicide studies with a site in Massachusetts, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a suicide study in Massachusetts?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Massachusetts to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Massachusetts, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a suicide trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New suicide studies open in Massachusetts regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.