Plain-English translation of NCT06191484 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
Losing a spouse or life partner is one of life's most difficult experiences, and for some older adults, it can lead to depression, loneliness, and thoughts of suicide. This study is testing whether a 3-month digital program called the WELL Behavioral Probe — which monitors and encourages regular sleep, meals, and social connection — can help reduce the risk of suicidal thoughts and improve overall wellbeing in grieving older adults.
Research shows that 20 to 35 percent of older bereaved spouses develop depression, loneliness, and suicidal thoughts after their loss. The researchers believe that helping people maintain stable daily routines and stay socially connected may protect against these serious risks, but this idea needs to be tested in a real-world setting.
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You will participate in the study for 3 months. During this time, you'll use a digital monitoring system that tracks your sleep, meals, and social activities, and you'll receive support through motivational health coaching to help you maintain a stable routine. You'll also complete several assessments — including questionnaires about your mood and social connections, and you'll wear an activity monitor to record your sleep and activity patterns — at different points during the study.
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United States
Sponsor
University of Pittsburgh
Collaborators
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Enrollment target
~169 participants
Started
November 2023
Primary completion
December 2028
Age range
65 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in November 2025.
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Central contact
Emilee Croswell, BA
University of Pittsburgh
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