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Digital Therapeutic Trial for Suicide Prevention: Aviva App vs Standard Care in Primary Care Settings

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11 May 2026

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New trial investigates Aviva, a smartphone-based digital therapeutic delivering Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for suicide prevention in primary care settings. The 400-participant study targets individuals with recent suicidal ideation or attempts, addressing critical gaps in accessible, scalable mental health interventions.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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