Clinical trials
Anxiety clinical trials
Ongoing, excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life. We’re tracking 1,013 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07296822Recruiting
Online therapy for MRI anxiety
This trial tests an internet-based therapy to help people who feel anxious about getting an MRI scan. It aims to make the experience easier by providing coping strategies online.
LinköpingAges 18 years+ - NCT07288008Recruiting
Brain stimulation for anxiety in veterans
This study tests a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tACS to see if it can help reduce anxiety in veterans. You would receive daily sessions of this stimulation over the scalp for several weeks.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 19–70 - NCT07293221Recruiting
Virtual reality for nurse anxiety during coffee breaks
This study tests whether using immersive virtual reality during a coffee break can help reduce anxiety among nurses. Participation is voluntary and won't affect your job.
MontaubanAges 18 years+ - NCT07294690Recruiting
Virtual reality training before colorectal cancer surgery
This study uses virtual reality training before colorectal cancer surgery to see if it helps reduce anxiety and prepare you better for the procedure, leading to a smoother recovery.
IstanbulAges 18–70 - NCT07288047Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain during early abortion
This study tests if using a virtual reality headset during a first trimester procedural abortion can help reduce pain and anxiety. You may be eligible if you are planning to have an abortion at Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania and meet the criteria below.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06866457Recruiting
Audio hypnosis to reduce MRI anxiety in kids
This trial tests if listening to an audio hypnosis recording can help children and teens feel less anxious during an MRI scan. If it works, it could offer a drug-free way to help young patients stay calm during the exam.
EssenAges 6–14 - NCT07272213Recruiting
Thyroid hormone levels, mood, and sexual health in pregnancy
This study looks at how thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels during pregnancy are linked to depression, anxiety, and sexual function in pregnant women.
Istanbul, GaziosmanpaşaAges 18–45 - NCT07272252Recruiting
Nursing support to reduce anxiety after planned C-section
This study tests a special kind of nursing care (narrative nursing) to see if it helps mothers feel less anxious and more confident about breastfeeding after a planned, full-term cesarean section. If you are having a scheduled C-section with a healthy pregnancy and baby, you may be able to join.
Nanchong, SichuanAges 18–50 - NCT07270029Recruiting
Fidget toys to reduce children's anxiety before surgery
This study tests whether letting children play with fidget toys before surgery helps lower their stress and anxiety. It is for children ages 5–15 having a planned procedure at two specific hospitals, staying in the hospital up to one night.
Perth, Western AustraliaAges 5–15 - NCT07270445Recruiting
VR for anxiety before surgery
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) before surgery can help lower anxiety. If you are an adult having planned surgery and are comfortable using a VR headset, you may be able to join.
BonnAges 18 years+ - NCT07273968Recruiting
Virtual reality for anxiety during wisdom tooth extraction
This study tests whether wearing a virtual reality headset during wisdom tooth removal can help reduce anxiety. It is for generally healthy adults who are having multiple wisdom teeth extracted.
StrasbourgAges 18–65 - NCT06844058Recruiting
Religious vs. standard hypnosis for anxiety and depression
This study compares two types of hypnosis (one that includes Islamic themes and one that follows a standard approach) to see which works better for anxiety and depression. It is designed for Muslim adults who are feeling stressed but do not have a formal mental health diagnosis.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06899490Recruiting
Acupuncture study for anxiety with tongue analysis
This trial uses machine learning to analyze tongue color and anxiety scores in people getting acupuncture for anxiety. It aims to see if tongue color can help predict treatment response.
NarbonneAges 18 years+ - NCT06901128Recruiting
Video vs. in-person talk therapy for teens with social anxiety
This study compares talking therapy (cognitive therapy) for social anxiety given through video calls versus in-person office visits. It aims to help teens feel less anxious and more confident in social situations.
Ottestad, InnlandetAges 14–18 - NCT07255131Recruiting
Online talk therapy for cystic fibrosis
This study tests an online cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy) program designed for people with cystic fibrosis. It aims to help improve mental health and coping skills through 13 video sessions.
AthensAges 18–70 - NCT07259005Recruiting
Online breathwork therapy for social anxiety
This trial tests if an online breathwork program can help people with social anxiety. You will practice breathing exercises guided by a therapist through your computer or phone.
Maastricht, LimburgAges 18–65 - NCT07244484Recruiting
Brain Training for Heart Health in Coronary Artery Disease with Anxiety
This trial tests a brain training technique (neurofeedback) to help people with coronary artery disease and anxiety. It aims to improve heart rate control by targeting a specific brain area.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18 years+ - NCT07245030Recruiting
Virtual reality vs show-do for dental anxiety in kids with hearing loss
This trial tests whether virtual reality or a show-do method works better to reduce dental anxiety in children who have moderate to severe hearing loss. If your child needs a dental cleaning, this could help make the visit less stressful.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 6–12 - NCT07240233Enrolling by invitation
Music for dental anxiety in adults
This trial tests whether listening to music through headphones during dental treatment can help lower anxiety. If you get nervous at the dentist and are willing to wear headphones, this study may be a good fit.
AlmadaAges 18 years+ - NCT07238920Recruiting
Brain training for heart health in people with coronary artery disease and anxiety
This trial tests a brain-training technique called neurofeedback, which uses a video game controlled by your brain activity to help your heart and nervous system work better. It is for people with both coronary artery disease and anxiety who want to improve their heart health and manage anxiety without medication.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18 years+ - NCT07233278Recruiting
Brain stimulation for anxiety after miscarriages
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (repetitive TMS) to see if it can improve heart health and reduce anxiety in women who have had multiple pregnancy losses and struggle with anxiety. You will receive high-intensity, low-frequency magnetic pulses over a specific area of the brain involved in worry and stress.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18–45 - NCT07234006Recruiting
Mindfulness and neurofeedback to reduce nursing student stress
This study tests whether combining neurofeedback (a technique to train your brain waves) with mindfulness meditation can help nursing students feel less anxious and stressed, and do better in school. You can join if you are a nursing student at the University of Salamanca and are willing to participate.
SalamancaAges 18–45 - NCT07234396Recruiting
Animated video for kids having elbow pins removed
This trial tests whether watching a short animated video before getting metal pins removed from a broken elbow can help reduce pain and anxiety in children. It compares the video to the usual care, which is just talking to the child.
Karachi, SindhAges 4–12 - NCT05863520Recruiting
Two school programs to help anxious autistic students
This study compares two school-based programs to reduce anxiety in autistic students ages 8–14. You may be able to help test which approach works better when delivered by trained school staff with caregiver involvement.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 7–15
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for anxiety?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,013 recruiting anxiety 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 anxiety 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 anxiety 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.
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