Clinical trials
Adolescent Mental Health clinical trials
Below are recruiting adolescent mental health clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 84 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07413887Recruiting
Family program for obsessive thoughts and behaviors in youth
This trial tests a family-based program for children and teens with mild to moderate obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors. It aims to help reduce distress and improve daily functioning at home and school.
FrederiksbergAges 3–17 - NCT06438276Recruiting
Mental health support for teens through school services
This study tests whether psychiatric outreach nurses can help teenagers aged 12-16 who are dealing with mood issues, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive or eating disorder symptoms, or mild self-harm. The goal is to see if this extra support improves their mental health compared to the usual school services.
Kuopio, Northern SavoniaAges 12–16 - NCT07434531Enrolling by invitation
Emotional learning program for Pakistani adolescents
This trial tests a special program designed to help young students in Pakistan learn how to understand and manage their emotions, build better relationships, and handle everyday challenges. It aims to see if this program works and if students find it helpful.
IslamabadAges 10–14 - NCT07348666Recruiting
Smartphone safety planning for teens at risk
This trial tests a smartphone-based safety planning tool that gives you support right when you need it. It's designed for teens and young adults who are at risk for suicide and are already getting care at participating clinics.
Eugene, OregonAges 13–24 - NCT06896071Recruiting
A digital mental health program for teens
This trial tests a one-session digital program designed to help New Zealand teens aged 12–14 feel better mentally. It's a simple online tool you can use once during school.
CambridgeAges 12–14 - NCT07795333Recruiting
Preventing body dissatisfaction in teen athletes
This study aims to prevent body dissatisfaction and eating disorders in adolescent athletes by offering a program at sports-specialized schools in Norway. If you are a student athlete, you may be able to join to learn healthy habits and improve your relationship with your body.
Oslo, KringsjåAges 13–17 - NCT07021001Recruiting
School program to prevent mental health issues in teens
This study tests a school program to help teens build emotional skills and prevent mental health problems. It is open to all students in certain grades, with no health exclusions.
CoimbraAges 11–18 - NCT07224165Recruiting
Digital support for teens who self-injure
This study tests a digital program (like a smartphone app) to help teens who have been hurting themselves on purpose. The goal is to see if using the app can reduce self-injury and help you feel better.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 14–18 - NCT07536256Recruiting
Youth Resilience Through Native Hawaiian Culture in Wai'anae
This program connects young people in the Wai'anae community with culturally rooted activities and support to build resilience and improve physical and mental health. You'll work with other youth and community organizations that use Native Hawaiian values to help you thrive.
Waianae, HawaiiAges 12–25 - NCT07173608Recruiting
Meditation and thinking skills for teen mental health
This study tests whether learning meditation and a thinking skill called cognitive reappraisal (changing how you think about a situation) can help teens feel better and handle stress. It is for teens aged 15-18 who live in the US and can visit a hospital in Boston.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 15–18 - NCT06736522Recruiting
Youth leadership and mindfulness program for high school students
This study tests a program designed to build leadership skills, engagement, and mindfulness in high school students. If you're a teen in certain Massachusetts or Illinois schools, this program may help you grow personally and socially.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 14 years+ - NCT07219095Recruiting
Dance Mental Health App for Injured Teens
This trial tests a mental health app (SuperBetter) for teens who dance and have a leg injury. It aims to help them cope and stay positive while recovering.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 13–18 - NCT06868966Recruiting
Study of myelin in brain control for ages 10 to 25
This study looks at how myelin (the insulation around brain cells) affects your ability to control and coordinate movements. It involves an MRI brain scan and may help scientists understand brain development in young people.
ParisAges 10–25 - NCT05774002Recruiting
Psychological check-in for teens getting back surgery for scoliosis
This study asks teens with idiopathic scoliosis to complete psychological assessments while planning for elective back surgery. It may help doctors better understand patients’ mental and emotional needs around surgery.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 10–19 - NCT07138664Recruiting
Mental health program for teens in Malaysia
This trial tests a program to help young teenagers in Malaysia who are experiencing anxiety or depression. The program aims to improve mental health and well-being.
Kota Kinabalu, SabahAges 12–14 - NCT05426057Recruiting
Mental health support for Hispanic teens with caregiver involvement
This study looks at improving mental health in primary care by involving both a teen and an adult caregiver. It may help families who are struggling with communication, depression or anxiety symptoms, or past suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
Miami, FloridaAges 12–16 - NCT06953310Recruiting
Farming program for teen girls' health and well-being
This study tests whether a farming program that provides food and support can help improve the health and well-being of teenage girls and young women. It is for girls aged 15-19 who are in school, not pregnant, and whose families struggle with food shortages.
KisumuAges 15 years+ - NCT06934954Recruiting
Emotion Skills Program for Early Teens
This program teaches young teens (ages 10-15) and their parents simple skills to handle difficult emotions. It is not for children who are in immediate danger or have severe learning problems.
New York, New YorkAges 10 years+ - NCT07150832Recruiting
I-CARE app for teens after a suicide crisis
This trial tests a digital program called I-CARE to support teens aged 12-17 who have had a suicide attempt, suicidal thoughts, or self-harm. It aims to help them while they wait for inpatient psychiatric care.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 12–17 - NCT07278752Enrolling by invitation
Social media and emotions in teens study
This study looks at how social media affects teenagers' emotions and daily experiences. Participants will use a smartphone app to track their feelings and social media use over time.
Dallas, TexasAges 13–18 - NCT07008950Recruiting
Health education for Syrian refugee young women in Lebanon
This study tests a program to help Syrian refugee women and girls learn about their bodies, relationships, and how to stay healthy. It aims to give them confidence and knowledge to make informed choices.
BeirutAges 15–15 - NCT07129070Recruiting
Just-in-Time Training for Youth Mentors
This trial tests a new training program for mentors working with middle and high school students. It aims to help mentors better support youth who may be experiencing depression.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 12 years+ - NCT06942494Recruiting
CBT Self-Help for Teens with OCD (Family-Based)
This study tests a family-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) self-help program for teens with OCD. It's designed to help you and a parent work together to manage OCD symptoms at home.
Xuhui, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 10–17 - NCT07755774Recruiting
Mindfulness and emotion skills for teens who self-injure
This study tests a therapy program that helps teens manage difficult emotions and reduce self-injury. A parent also takes part in a separate program to support the teen.
StockholmAges 12–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for adolescent mental health?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 84 recruiting adolescent mental health studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a adolescent mental health trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a adolescent mental health trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.