Clinical trials
Anxiety clinical trials
Ongoing, excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life. We’re tracking 1,011 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07023692Enrolling by invitation
Using visual and sound tricks to ease pain and worry during a bone marrow test
This trial tests whether watching a video or listening to sounds can help reduce pain and anxiety during a bone marrow aspiration or biopsy. It's for adults who are either healthy volunteers or patients without a blood cancer diagnosis, and who need this test at the clinic in Lund, Sweden.
Lund, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07017322Recruiting
Brain stimulation for mealtime anxiety in eating disorders
This study tests a gentle, noninvasive brain stimulation device (like a mild electrical current) to see if it can reduce mealtime anxiety for adults with eating disorders in an inpatient program. If it works, it might help you feel calmer and eat more comfortably.
Oconomowoc, WisconsinAges 18–30 - NCT07016880Recruiting
VR for anxiety during gynecological cancer surgery
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during surgery can help reduce anxiety and improve satisfaction for people having their first open surgery for gynecological cancer. You will wear VR goggles during the operation to see if it makes you feel calmer and more comfortable.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07020975Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for anxiety relief in infertile women
This trial tests whether virtual reality can help reduce anxiety in women with primary infertility. You would use a VR headset to experience relaxing scenes, and researchers will measure how your anxiety levels change.
Girne Kepuveia, KeryneiaAges 18–50 - NCT06999330Enrolling by invitation
TMS for anxiety in Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive brain treatment, can help reduce anxiety in people with Parkinson's disease. You may qualify if you have both Parkinson's and significant anxiety symptoms.
Saint Paul, MinnesotaAges 40–90 - NCT06972420Recruiting
Reducing anxiety for children before surgery
This study tests a way to help children aged 5-12 feel less anxious before surgery. If successful, it could make the start of anesthesia calmer and more comfortable for your child.
MarseilleAges 5–12 - NCT06969170RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin oral solution for generalized anxiety disorder trial
This study tests a psilocybin oral solution in adults with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It aims to see if the drug is safe, tolerable, and helpful for reducing anxiety symptoms.
Kingston, OntarioAges 18–60 - NCT05319509Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for anxiety in public health students
This pilot study tests whether guided virtual reality sessions can reduce anxiety symptoms in eligible students. You may be asked to complete brief anxiety screening and use the VR therapy if you qualify.
Houston, TexasAges 18–30 - NCT06949813Recruiting
Preventing mood symptoms after C-section
This study tests a program to help prevent depression, anxiety, or trauma symptoms in people who have a cesarean delivery. It is for pregnant people who are in the hospital for at least 3 days before their C-section due to a high-risk pregnancy.
Aurora, ColoradoAges Any age - NCT06035211Recruiting
Can a 3D model of your kidney reduce anxiety before surgery?
This study tests whether showing you a personalized 3D model of your kidney before surgery helps lower anxiety. You'll be scheduled for a partial nephrectomy (removing just the tumor, not the whole kidney) for a kidney tumor.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT06715852Recruiting
Moving on! Anxiety treatment in primary care
This study in Swedish primary care tests a tailored treatment program (including exercise) for people with anxiety disorders. It aims to see if this approach helps reduce anxiety better than usual care.
GothenburgAges 18–65 - NCT06937021Enrolling by invitation
Art and philosophy program for kids' eco-anxiety
This trial tests whether an art and philosophy program can help elementary school children manage their eco-anxiety. If your child is in elementary school, they may be able to join.
Henhurst Ridge, Burton-on-TrentAges 5–12 - NCT06928428Enrolling by invitation
Online talk therapy for depression or anxiety
This study tests if a type of talk therapy called metacognitive therapy, delivered partly online, helps adults with depression or generalized anxiety. It aims to see if this blended approach works well in primary care.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT06928740Recruiting
Music app vs. gas for anxiety during back injection
This trial tests whether listening to a digital music app can reduce anxiety as well as a standard gas (laughing gas) does in people getting a CT-guided back injection for low back pain.
NîmesAges 18 years+ - NCT06931236Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for anxiety and insomnia
This study tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can help people with both anxiety and insomnia. Treatments target a specific brain region to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 15–65 - NCT06923995Recruiting
AI-based depression and anxiety assessment study
This study tests an AI tool that analyzes video and audio recordings to measure depression and anxiety. It is for people starting a new treatment for depression or anxiety and aims to see if the AI can accurately track their progress.
Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06912854Recruiting
Sensory-adapted dental visits for children with fear of the dentist
This study tests whether a specially adapted dental environment (with calming sights and sounds) can make cleanings easier and less scary for children. It may help kids who are afraid of the dentist or not.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 6–12 - NCT06892847Recruiting
Brain stimulation for anxiety and depression in youth
This study tests if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS can help reduce symptoms of anxiety or depression in children and teens. It involves sessions where a magnetic field is used to gently stimulate parts of the brain, and is designed for young people aged 6 to 18 who have been diagnosed with these conditions.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 6–18 - NCT06881693Recruiting
Online CBT for depression and anxiety in new parents
This study tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program for parents who are expecting or have a new baby (up to 2 years old) and are struggling with depression or anxiety. It's designed to help you learn skills you can use at home, on your own schedule.
Regina, SaskatchewanAges 18 years+ - NCT06726239Recruiting
Relaxation exercises before getting up after heart bypass
This study tests whether doing gentle relaxation exercises before getting out of bed can help reduce pain, anxiety, and stress after heart bypass surgery. It may make recovery more comfortable.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 35–65 - NCT06874452RecruitingPhase 4
Anti-anxiety pill for second cataract surgery
This study tests if giving the anti-anxiety pill alprazolam (XANAX) before your second cataract surgery helps reduce anxiety and improve satisfaction with the procedure.
TaipeiAges 18–80 - NCT06874595Recruiting
Exercise and brain stimulation study for healthy adults
This study looks at how a gentle electrical current applied to the head (called brain stimulation) combined with exercise affects your body and mood. It may help researchers understand how these two treatments work together to improve brain health.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18–50 - NCT06854549Recruiting
Picture book reading for preterm babies and their parents
This study tests whether reading picture books to preterm infants can improve their stability, reduce parental anxiety, and strengthen parent-child bonding. It aims to provide a simple, comforting activity for families.
Taipei, BeitouAges 6 months–9 months - NCT06853587Recruiting
Genetic test to help pick antidepressant for teens
This study tests whether using a cheek swab DNA test can help choose a better antidepressant for teenagers with anxiety or depression. The goal is to see if this personalized approach leads to fewer side effects and better results.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 12–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for anxiety?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,011 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.
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.