Using an app for suicide prevention amongst young Indigenous people: A randomised controlled trial

INTERVENTION: The self‐paced tablet app is largely based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. It consists of several modules designed to help individuals become more aware of their unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and helps then identify guiding principles for their life. The time it takes to complete each module will differ for each person and is dependent on individual needs. Participants are given 6 weeks to complete the modules at their own pace. The app provides users with tools and strategies to better manage their emotions and helps them to set goals in order to move their life in valued directions. The app collects data on overall usage and time spent in each module. CONDITION: Suicidal ideation PRIMARY OUTCOME: Quick Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology ‐ items 3 and 4 The Suicidal Ideation Attributes Scale SECONDARY OUTCOME: Assessment of Quality of Life Depression symptoms as measured by Patient Health Questionnaire‐9 Distress tolerance as measured by the Distress Tolerance Scale Help seeking as measured by the General Help Seeking Questionnaire Perceived burdensomeness and thwarted belonging as measured by the Interpersonal Needs Questionnaire Resource Use Questionnaire INCLUSION CRITERIA: Participants must: * Be 16‐35 years of age * Be a resident of Australia * Be of Indigenous background * Have an active email address * Have the ability to navigate a basic app * Give consent to take part in the trial * Moderate to high level of suicidal ideation (endorsing at least 'several days' on item 9 of the Patient Health Questionnaire) * Be willing to make contact with Suicide Call Back Service (SCBS).