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Open Pilot Trial Evaluating an Avatar-Guided Intervention for Emerging Adults With Alcohol Use Problems and Suicide Risk
Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester
Summary
This study is an open pilot usability trial to test the 1) usability of a newly developed mobile health intervention to help manage suicidal ideation and alcohol use problems and 2) feasibility of research protocols with emerging adults (18-29 year-olds) who present to the emergency department.
Official title: Development and Evaluation of an Avatar-guided Mobile Health Intervention for Emerging Adults With Alcohol Misuse and Suicidality
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 29 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
10
Start Date
2025-01-31
Completion Date
2026-05-31
Last Updated
2026-02-20
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
EA-Avatar
The avatar-guided digital intervention includes monitoring of alcohol use and common triggers suicidal thoughts, skills to manage alcohol use and suicidal thoughts, resources on how to access outpatient care and crisis hotlines for suicidal thoughts, and achievements for milestones. In addition, text messages provide reminders to access the avatar platform to learn or practice skills and provide encouragement.
Locations (2)
UMass Memorial Health - Marlborough Hospital
Marlborough, Massachusetts, United States
UMass Memorial, University Campus
Worcester, Massachusetts, United States