Suicide is a major public health concern and there is a need for accessible and scalable interventions to support individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts. The aim of this study is to develop a digital Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) intervention for suicide prevention in Chinese adults through co-design. The study will involve literature review, interviews, and co-design activities to identify user needs, preferences, and contextual factors, and to develop the intervention. Following intervention development, a pilot study will be conducted to evaluate the feasibility, usability, acceptability, and user engagement of the intervention. Findings from this study will inform further refinement of the intervention and future evaluation studies.
Lived experience participants
Aged 18 years or older;
Have experienced suicidal thoughts and/or behaviors;
Able to read and communicate in Chinese; Professionals
Unable to provide informed consent or participate in study activities;
Currently experiencing acute suicide risk requiring immediate intervention;
Severe cognitive impairment or active psychotic symptoms that would prevent participation.