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
- NCT05393518Recruiting
Study linking brain signals to anxiety in people with epilepsy
This study looks at how brain electrical signals relate to anxiety symptoms in people with drug-resistant epilepsy. It compares people who do (or do not) meet criteria for generalized anxiety disorder, to better understand anxiety in this setting.
BordeauxAges 18–65 - NCT06004115RecruitingPhase 4
Brain scanning study for depression and anxiety
This study uses brain scans (fMRI) to understand how people with both depression and anxiety respond to threat. If you have either or both conditions, participating could help researchers find better treatments.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 18–65 - 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.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 60 years+ - NCT05683223Recruiting
Brain and body markers to improve treatment for social anxiety
This study uses brain recordings (EEG and MRI) to understand how treatments help people with social anxiety. It also looks for signals that may predict who is most likely to benefit from treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–50 - NCT05671419Recruiting
Mindful self-compassion training for anxiety and depression
This study tests whether a structured “mindful self-compassion” program can reduce symptoms of anxiety disorders or depression. It’s meant to help by improving how you relate to yourself during difficult thoughts and feelings.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–75 - NCT04014829Recruiting
Study of pain processing after planned hysterectomy
This trial looks at how the nervous system and fear of pain may affect pain after a planned hysterectomy. If you qualify, you may be asked about pain levels and pain sensitivity to better understand who may have more pain recovery challenges.
SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT05596344Recruiting
Long-term check-in for anxiety and depression in cancer patients
This study will follow people with cancer over time to learn how anxiety and depression change. It may help doctors understand what support patients need and when.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges Any age - NCT07848542Recruiting
Using virtual reality or weighted blankets to ease kids' dental anxiety
This trial tests whether using virtual reality glasses or a weighted blanket can help reduce children's anxiety during dental procedures that involve numbing. It aims to make dental visits more comfortable for kids who are very fearful of dental treatment.
Istanbul, FatihAges 5–9 - NCT07745335Recruiting
Neurofeedback for academic anxiety and creative thinking
This trial tests whether a brain-training technique called neurofeedback can reduce academic anxiety and boost creative thinking in senior high school students. It involves sessions where the brain's electrical activity is monitored and trained, which may help students feel calmer and think more flexibly.
Magelang, Central JavaAges 15–18 - NCT07737821Recruiting
Improv comedy for anxiety and well-being in young Chinese adults
This study tests if attending improv comedy workshops can lower anxiety and boost mental well-being in young Chinese adults in Hong Kong. If you have mild to moderate anxiety and no mental health diagnosis, this low-pressure, fun activity might be a good fit.
Hong KongAges 18–29 - NCT07694934Recruiting
Operation Calm virtual reality study for children and teens
This study tests a virtual reality (VR) tool called Operation Calm to help children and teens feel calmer during medical, dental, or other procedures. Parents and healthcare workers also try it and share their thoughts.
MontrealAges 6 years+ - NCT07617467Recruiting
Group therapy for emotional distress in young people
This trial tests whether group-based therapy (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT) can help young people manage anxiety, depression, and stress. The therapy teaches skills to accept difficult feelings while living according to your values.
Arendal, AgderAges 16–25 - NCT07576920Recruiting
Understanding Anxiety in Living Liver Donors
This study looks at anxiety levels in people who donate part of their liver to help someone else. Researchers want to understand how donors feel before and after surgery, which may help support donors better in the future.
MalatyaAges 18–65 - NCT05707975Recruiting
Support for teens with eco-anxiety and suicidal thoughts
This trial studies a program to help adolescents who feel eco-anxiety (distress about environmental issues) and may also be at risk for suicidal thoughts. It may help by testing an approach for teens during a hospital stay in child mental health care.
Bron, RhoneAges 12–16 - NCT07486505Recruiting
Mindfulness for pain after arm or leg fracture surgery
This study tests whether brief mindfulness sessions before and after surgery help people manage pain and anxiety while recovering from a broken arm or leg, and may reduce the need for strong painkillers (opioids). It aims to see if this approach is practical and helpful for patients.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07458698Recruiting
A digital program to prevent anxiety during pregnancy
This study tests a mobile app called Reaching Calm that may help prevent anxiety disorders in pregnant people. It is for those who are already receiving prenatal care and have mild to moderate anxiety symptoms.
Leominster, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07420101Recruiting
Reducing scan anxiety in caregivers with meditation
This study tests if meditation programs can help ease the anxiety caregivers feel when a loved one with cancer has a routine scan. You will be asked to follow a meditation program and possibly eat a raisin as part of a mindfulness exercise.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07397429Recruiting
Group therapy to reduce anxiety using I-Reconstruction method
This trial tests a group psychotherapy method called 'I-Reconstruction' designed to lower anxiety. You may be eligible if you have moderate to high anxiety, specific trauma-related scores, and are not taking psychiatric medications.
Kyiv, Kyiv OblastAges 18–55 - NCT06811311Recruiting
Hypnotherapy and Brain Activity in Generalized Anxiety Disorder
This study uses EEG (a brain wave test) to see how Ericksonian hypnotherapy, a gentle type of hypnosis, affects brain activity and anxiety symptoms in people with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) who are not currently in treatment or taking medication for anxiety.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06695650Recruiting
Mandala Coloring to Ease Test Anxiety
This trial tests if coloring mandalas can help reduce test anxiety in nursing students. You will be asked to color mandalas regularly and fill out surveys to see if it helps you feel calmer before exams.
AnkaraAges Any age - NCT06892613Recruiting
Couples therapy for depression and anxiety in married couples
This trial compares two types of couples therapy (EFCT and BCT) to see which works better for depression and anxiety. If you and your spouse are feeling stressed, anxious, or low, this study may help you strengthen your relationship and improve your mood.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07262801Recruiting
Mindfulness for anxiety in new moms
This study tests whether a mindfulness program can help new mothers or birthing parents manage anxiety. It looks at how the program affects your mind and body during the first year after childbirth.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07194967Enrolling by invitation
Virtual Reality for Pain Relief During Labor
This trial tests whether using virtual reality can help reduce pain and anxiety during labor. If you are having a low-risk pregnancy and plan a vaginal delivery, you may be able to use a VR headset during contractions to distract from pain.
Ben ArousAges 18–45 - NCT07123467RecruitingPhase 3
Study on CBD and learning for generalized anxiety
This trial tests if adding cannabidiol (CBD) to a learning-based approach helps manage generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It involves brain scans and taking CBD daily.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18–45
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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.
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.