Clinical trials · Ohio
Anxiety clinical trials in Ohio
We’re tracking 29 recruiting anxiety studies with a site in Ohio — including Phase 2 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Ohio
- NCT07774481Recruiting
Anxiety skills study for Ohio residents
This study tests an anxiety management program that you can use on your smartphone. It aims to help reduce anxiety symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05748613Recruiting
Anxiety-focused skills training for people with Alzheimer’s
This study tests a treatment aimed at reducing anxiety in people who have Alzheimer’s disease or related memory problems. It also involves a support partner, and the goal is to see whether the program can lower anxiety and stress day-to-day.
Athens, OhioAges 60 years+ - NCT06809179RecruitingPhase 2
Nasal spray for social anxiety
This study tests if a new nasal spray called fasedienol helps quickly reduce anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder. The spray is used as needed in a repeat-dose design, meaning you might use it more than once.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–65 - NCT06701903RecruitingPhase 2
Study of an investigational drug for generalized anxiety disorder
This study tests an investigational oral medication (ITI-1284) for people with moderate to severe generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) who haven't found enough relief from at least two standard medications. The goal is to see if this new drug helps reduce anxiety symptoms.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07489651RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment for generalized anxiety disorder
This trial tests a new medication called RE104 for people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The goal is to see if it helps reduce anxiety symptoms safely.
North Canton, OhioAges 18–74 - NCT06480383RecruitingPhase 2
Adding an experimental pill to current anxiety medication
This study tests an experimental medication (ITI-1284) added to your current anxiety treatment to see if it improves symptoms. It's for adults with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) who haven't gotten enough relief from their current medicine.
North Canton, OhioAges Any age - NCT06795126Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for pain and anxiety in kids getting IVs
This study tests if a virtual reality game called Little NIRVANA can help reduce pain and anxiety in children getting an IV. It's for kids ages 2 to 8 in the emergency department.
Columbus, OhioAges 2–8 - NCT06820723RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a single dose of CYB003 for depression and anxiety
This trial tests a single dose of an investigational drug (CYB003) in people with depression and anxiety who haven't gotten enough help from their current antidepressant. You would take a psilocybin-like medication and be monitored for how it affects your mood and anxiety.
Columbus, OhioAges 21–65 - NCT07717541Recruiting
Virtual poetry workshops for anxiety and stomach issues
This study tests if joining a facilitated online poetry workshop can help reduce anxiety and improve well-being for people with stomach discomfort. You would attend virtual group sessions and share poems you create.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT04221997RecruitingPhase 4
Sertraline study for anxious children and teens
This trial tests whether sertraline (an anti-anxiety medicine) helps children and teens with generalized, separation, and/or social anxiety disorders. It also includes healthy children/teens for comparison so researchers can better understand safety and symptoms over time.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 8–17 - NCT04245436RecruitingPhase 4
Testing antidepressants for teens with anxiety
This trial studies whether an antidepressant can help teens (ages 12–17) with anxiety disorders such as generalized, social, separation, or panic anxiety. It looks at both early and longer-term success of treatment, while monitoring safety closely with a caregiver.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT04623099RecruitingPhase 4
Personalized escitalopram dosing for anxious teens
This study tests whether a genetics-guided approach to choosing and adjusting escitalopram (an anxiety medicine) can improve safety and effectiveness for anxious teens. It also checks that participants have certain anxiety severity scores and can safely take the study medication.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT06846320RecruitingPhase 2
Study of ABBV-932 for generalized anxiety disorder
This trial tests an oral medicine called ABBV-932 when added to current antidepressant therapy for people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) who still have symptoms. It aims to see if the combination can improve anxiety and reduce side effects.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18–65 - NCT07033052Recruiting
Art therapy for anxiety and depression in teens
This trial tests whether art-based activities can help children and teens aged 8 to 17 who feel anxious or depressed. Parents must agree to let their child join.
Cleveland, OhioAges 8–17 - NCT07778069Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for children having joint steroid injections
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during a steroid joint injection helps children feel less pain and anxiety. If it works, it could make the procedure easier for patients from 5 to 17 years old.
Columbus, OhioAges 5–17 - NCT07772219Recruiting
Holding technique for women having a planned cesarean delivery
This study compares two ways of holding the string during a planned cesarean delivery to see which one is more comfortable or effective. It may help improve the experience for mothers during the procedure.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT03723928Recruiting
Blood test–guided monitoring for metastatic breast cancer treatment
This study checks whether specific blood “tumor marker” levels can help monitor how hormone receptor–positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer responds to first-line therapy. It uses regular blood tests (and sometimes scans) to see if this marker-based monitoring is useful and reliable.
Findlay, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06949943Recruiting
Meditation before cancer surgery to reduce anxiety
This trial tests if listening to a guided meditation recording before surgery can help lower anxiety. If you are scheduled for cancer surgery and are at least 18 years old, you may be able to take part.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07026786Recruiting
Mindfulness for recovery after colorectal surgery
This study tests whether adding mindfulness sessions to your standard recovery plan helps you heal better after bowel surgery. You'll use a phone or tablet app to guide your mindfulness practice during your hospital stay.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06089408Recruiting
Weighted blanket use to reduce anxiety in cancer patients
This trial tests whether using a weighted blanket can help lower anxiety in people who are about to start chemotherapy. Participants will use the blanket during treatment to see if it promotes calmness.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07720336Recruiting
Essential oils and a wearable device for long-term nausea
This study tests whether a wearable device (like a wristband) and essential oils can help calm chronic nausea. It focuses on people who have had nausea for more than 6 months, feel it at least 3 times a week, and also have anxiety.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05651295Recruiting
Smartphone precision study to improve emotion regulation
This trial tests a precision approach delivered through a smartphone to better track and target how you manage strong emotions. It may help if you have ongoing difficulty regulating emotions day to day.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05818696Recruiting
Study for safer firearm storage with uncertainty support
This study looks at how people think and feel about “not knowing” (uncertainty) and how that may affect keeping firearms securely stored. You may be asked to use a phone app and complete short check-ins to support safer storage decisions.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06175104Recruiting
HeartGPS: Support for parents after a prenatal heart diagnosis
This study tests a counseling program for parents whose unborn baby has a serious heart condition called single ventricle. The program aims to help parents manage stress and support their baby's development before and after birth.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+
Anxiety trials by city in Ohio
Where these studies are running in Ohio
Institutions with a site for the recruiting anxiety studies listed above.
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center · 8 studies
- The Ohio State University · 3 studies
- University of Cincinnati · 3 studies
- Nationwide Children's Hospital · 2 studies
- Neuro-Behavioral Clinical Research · 2 studies
- Adena Regional Medical Center
- Armes Family Cancer Center
- Atrium Medical Center
What taking part in a anxiety study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Anxiety trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there anxiety clinical trials in Ohio?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 29 recruiting anxiety studies with a site in Ohio, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a anxiety study in Ohio?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Ohio to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Ohio, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a anxiety trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New anxiety studies open in Ohio regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.