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
- NCT07441668Recruiting
Comfort care for children in the ICU
This study tests a simple, non-drug comfort method for children in the pediatric ICU. It aims to see if this approach helps kids feel better without using medicines.
Ordu, AltınorduAges 5–10 - NCT07437872Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for social anxiety
This study tests if virtual reality can help people with social anxiety disorder feel less anxious in social situations. If you are 18 or older and live near Mountain View, California, you may be able to join.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07439679Recruiting
Anxiety Before Double Jaw Surgery and Your Recovery
This trial studies how anxiety before double jaw surgery affects your body during surgery and your recovery (pain, swelling, and ability to open your mouth). Researchers will use a simple anxiety questionnaire to see if feeling anxious changes your surgical experience.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07436351Recruiting
ACT With CF Self-Help Toolkit
This trial tests an online self-help program based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for adults with cystic fibrosis who are feeling depressed or anxious. It aims to help you manage these feelings and improve your well-being.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06808373Recruiting
Hypnosis for gum disease treatment
This study tests whether hypnosis can help with gum disease treatment. It is for adults who have chronic gum disease but are otherwise healthy.
AfyonkarahisarAges 20–65 - NCT07425951Recruiting
Using storybooks to help young children with emotions
This study tests whether reading storybooks that teach cognitive-behavioral skills can help young children with emotional difficulties. It involves parents and children in kindergarten (K1 or K2) in Singapore.
SingaporeAges 4–6 - NCT07430488Recruiting
Reading a book to help emotions after hysterectomy
This trial tests if reading a personal story about hysterectomy can help women of childbearing age manage their emotions after surgery. It aims to see if this simple activity reduces stress and improves emotional well-being.
BordeauxAges 18–42 - NCT07432204Recruiting
Therapeutic music listening after stroke
This trial tests whether listening to music can help reduce anxiety and depression in people who have had a stroke within the past 3 months. It is designed for those who are experiencing significant emotional distress after their stroke.
PaviaAges 18 years+ - NCT07429617Recruiting
Darkness retreat study for healthy adults
This study explores the effects of spending time in complete darkness. You might join if you are generally healthy, not taking any mental health medication, and not currently in therapy.
Poznan, WielkopolskaAges 30–50 - NCT07427862Recruiting
Virtual reality for kids having interventional radiology
This study tests if using virtual reality (VR) during interventional radiology procedures can help children feel more comfortable and less anxious. It is looking for children ages 8 and older who are in the normal range of development.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 8 years+ - NCT06544941Recruiting
Improving sleep and mental health in new moms
This study compares two types of bassinets to see if one helps mothers sleep better and feel less stressed after childbirth. It is for pregnant women with a military connection who are willing to use a bassinet and give a blood sample.
Colorado Springs, ColoradoAges 18–45 - NCT07424209Recruiting
Hypnotic communication during heart catheterization study
This study tests whether talking in a special relaxed way (hypnotic communication) during a heart procedure can help you feel calmer and more comfortable. You may be able to join if you are at least 18, can understand Italian, and are already scheduled for a coronary angiogram.
Ponderano, ItalyAges 18 years+ - NCT07423039Recruiting
Ear acupressure for anxiety and pain during breast cancer surgery
This study tests if pressing on specific points on the ear (acupressure) can help reduce anxiety and pain during breast cancer surgery. It compares acupressure plus standard care to standard care alone, and may be a drug-free way to help you feel calmer before and after your procedure.
StuttgartAges 18–99 - NCT06823492Recruiting
Early life and brain study
This study looks at how your early life experiences may affect your brain and behavior. You would visit the University of Manchester for assessments and help researchers understand these connections.
ManchesterAges 18–25 - NCT06605092Recruiting
How people react emotionally to musical paintings
This study looks at how people of different ages emotionally react to a digital artwork that combines impressionist paintings with music. It will help researchers understand emotional responses and maybe improve art therapy or wellness tools.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07409298Enrolling by invitation
AI support for breast cancer patients on CDK4/6 inhibitors
This trial tests whether an AI-powered management program can improve mental health and daily habits for people with HR+/HER2- breast cancer who are taking CDK4/6 inhibitor pills at home. It is designed to help you feel supported and stay on track with your rehabilitation plan.
TianjinAges 18–80 - NCT07409792Enrolling by invitation
Ear seed therapy for anxiety, sleep, and IVF success
This trial tests if sticking tiny seeds on ear points (auricular therapy) can help women going through IVF feel less anxious, sleep better, and possibly improve their chances of pregnancy. It is for women with infertility who are about to have a frozen embryo transfer and have some anxiety or sleep problems.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 20–45 - NCT07415460Recruiting
SKY breath meditation study for college student stress
This study tests if a breathing technique called SKY Breath Meditation can help college students feel less stressed and more connected. You would attend a weekend retreat and join online sessions over 8 weeks.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07408921Recruiting
Ice or Warm Pack for Drain Removal Comfort
This study tests whether putting an ice pack or a warm gel pad on your skin before pulling out a surgical drain can lower anxiety and pain, and make you more comfortable. It is designed for people who had open urological surgery and have one drain that needs to be removed.
Mersin, TurkeyAges 18 years+ - NCT07408206RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Virtual reality for sleep, dreams, and mental health
This study tests if a virtual reality program can help with mild anxiety by improving sleep and dreaming. You'll wear a headband during sleep to track your dreams.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07403747Recruiting
Using a ride-on toy car to reduce anxiety during surgery prep
This study tests if letting preschool boys ride a toy car to the operating room helps them feel less anxious. It may be a good option if your child is having tonsil or adenoid surgery for the first time.
AnkaraAges 3–7 - NCT07403773Recruiting
Home doll vs hospital doll for preschool girls before surgery
This study compares having your child bring her own doll from home versus using a hospital doll to help her feel less anxious before tonsil or adenoid surgery. The goal is to see which doll works better to reduce fear.
Ankara, ÇANKAYAAges 3–7 - NCT06784830Recruiting
Nursing care for Alzheimer's patients during PET/CT scans
This trial tests a special nursing care plan for Alzheimer's patients during PET/CT brain scans. The goal is to make the imaging experience more comfortable and safe for people with memory loss.
Chengdu, SichuanAges Any age - NCT07391540Recruiting
Internet therapy for financial stress
This trial tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) program for people feeling mild to moderate psychological symptoms because of money worries. It aims to see if online treatment can help reduce these symptoms.
Linköping, Östergötland CountyAges 18 years+
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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.