Adherence and efficacy outcomes in young Australians with suicidal ideation using a self-management app and digital engagement strategy compared with a sham app: a three-arm randomised controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Digital interventions are important treatment solutions for suicidal ideation, but premature disengagement is a significant threat to their effectiveness. We tested the adherence to, and efficacy of, two versions of an app-based intervention (app only, app + engagement strategy) for suicidal ideation, compared to a sham app.

Methods

This was an online double-blind, three-arm parallel randomised controlled trial in Australia. Recruitment occurred between May 30 and August 8, 2023 and eligible participants were aged 17-24 years and had suicidal ideation in the prior 30 days. They were randomly assigned 1:1:1 to receive (i) LifeBuoy-an app which delivered third wave cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) skills, (ii) the LifeBuoy app plus a digital engagement strategy,

SUBMITTER: Torok M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11665678 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature