Clinical trials
Anxiety clinical trials
Ongoing, excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life. We’re tracking 1,012 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05934669RecruitingPhase 4
Numbing medicines compared for small stitches in young children
This trial tests three medicines given through the nose to keep children comfortable during minor procedures in the emergency department, specifically for closing small cuts with stitches. It may help find which nasal medicine works best and is safest for quick, minimal procedures.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 1–5 - NCT05897021Recruiting
Writing exercises to ease stress for sexual minority veterans
This study tests whether guided “expressive writing” helps reduce distress linked to sexuality-based stress. It targets veterans who have meaningful anxiety or depression symptoms and ongoing stress related to their sexual identity.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05897619Recruiting
CBT skills app for pregnancy and postpartum stress and coping
This study tests whether a new phone app that teaches “cognitive behavioral therapy” (CBT) skills is helpful and easy to use for people who are pregnant or recently gave birth. It also checks safety and whether participants feel the app is acceptable to use over time.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05908565Recruiting
Digital therapy program for Latinx college students in East LA
This study tests a digital (online) prevention and therapy program called STAND to see if it improves engagement and outcomes. You may be able to participate if you’re a Latinx student at East Los Angeles College and can complete online assessments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–40 - NCT05895006Recruiting
Study brain responses in PTSD using stimulation and brain scans
This study looks at how anxiety and stress show up in the brain in people with PTSD, using brain stimulation and brain scanning. If you’re eligible, it may help researchers understand your symptoms and how they relate to brain activity.
Houston, TexasAges 18–50 - NCT05895383RecruitingPhase 4
Nitrous oxide breathing during vasectomy: a feasibility study
This study looks at whether self-adjusting nitrous oxide (a calming gas) with oxygen can be safely and comfortably used during a vasectomy, and how people experience it. You may be offered the gas to see how it fits into care during the procedure.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–85 - NCT05898516Recruiting
JoyPop mental health app for Indigenous teens on a waitlist
This trial studies a mobile mental health app called JoyPop for Indigenous teens (ages 12–17) who are waiting to get mental health support. It may help by offering accessible support while they wait for services.
Thunder Bay, OntarioAges 12–17 - NCT07686029Recruiting
Maltodextrin drink before children's day surgery
This study looks at whether giving maltodextrin–a type of sugar normally found in some drinks–before surgery can help children recover faster and feel better after their operation. It’s part of a special plan called ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) that aims to make surgery easier on the body.
Alessandria, PiedmontAges 3–17 - NCT05855421Recruiting
Ear acupuncture sessions for moderate depression during COVID
This trial tests whether auricular (ear) acupuncture can safely improve symptoms of moderate depression during the COVID period. You may be able to join if you’re an adult with moderate depression and can attend the study sessions.
Palhoça, Santa CatarinaAges 18–50 - NCT05859204Enrolling by invitation
Exercise groups to improve mental health in hospital
This study tests whether joining structured exercise groups while you’re an inpatient in a psychiatric unit can improve mood, mental wellbeing, and overall comfort. It’s designed to be adjustable for different mobility needs and to be safe for participating patients.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05868135Recruiting
Online guided therapy for depression and anxiety
This trial tests an internet-based (online) guided psychological program, called e-Meistring, for people with moderate depression plus panic disorder and social anxiety. It aims to see whether the program improves symptoms and is also worth the cost.
BergenAges 18 years+ - NCT05830266Recruiting
Mindfulness program to help mother–baby bonding in pregnancy and after
This study tests a mindfulness-based program to improve mother–baby bonding by supporting mood, anxiety, and stress during and after pregnancy. It may help if you’re currently having higher-than-average depression, anxiety, or stress symptoms.
Tilburg, North BrabantAges 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+ - NCT05838404Recruiting
Program to support mental health during early pregnancy
This study tests an intervention meant to improve mental health for people during pregnancy, starting in the first part of pregnancy. You might be able to join if you are already receiving prenatal care and speak English or Spanish.
New Orleans, LouisianaAges 18 years+ - NCT05821634Enrolling by invitation
Personalized telehealth counseling for anxiety and alcohol use
This study personalizes how telehealth counseling is delivered for people dealing with anxiety or trauma-related symptoms and alcohol use problems. It may help by tailoring counseling timing and approach to what you need.
Piscataway, New JerseyAges 18–65 - NCT07525388Recruiting
Relaxation exercises and therapeutic clown for children before surgery
This study tests whether relaxation exercises combined with visits from a therapeutic clown (a specially trained performer) can help reduce anxiety and stress in children aged 6–10 who are having circumcision surgery. The goal is to see if this approach makes the surgery experience less scary and helps children feel calmer.
ErzurumAges 6–10 - NCT07682935Recruiting
Fishing therapy for schizophrenia: mood and quality of life
This study tests if fishing, as a supportive therapy, can help people with schizophrenia improve mood, reduce anxiety, and boost quality of life. It looks at changes in blood markers and well-being.
Elâzığ, CenterAges 18–60 - NCT05802004Recruiting
Sound stimulation to improve sleep and emotions in young adults
This study tests whether gentle sound stimulation during sleep can improve sleep and how you think and feel in daily life when you have anxiety or depression symptoms. You’ll also do sleep testing in a lab and complete questionnaires to measure changes.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–25 - NCT05779761Recruiting
Brief coping exercises for high distress and worry
This study tests brief coping interventions to help people who feel very worried, stuck in negative thoughts, or overly self-critical. You would likely complete short activities using your smartphone and internet while the study checks how your distress changes over time.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT05806112Enrolling by invitation
Improve staff well-being programs for residential care workers
This trial tests whether specific programs can reduce burnout and improve resiliency (coping strength) among staff who work in behavioral health group homes. It may help workers feel better and handle stressful work days.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05809115Recruiting
Caregiver-child bonding support for hospitalized young children
This study looks at how a caregiver and their young child bond during a hospital stay, and whether extra support can help. It may help families feel more connected and supported while their child is in the hospital.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05800522Recruiting
Supportive parenting program for kids with behavior and mood struggles
This trial tests whether a supportive parenting program can help children who are showing higher-than-usual symptoms like anxiety, depression, anger, or behavior problems. If you’re not already in certain specialized mental health programs, your child may be able to join and get structured support for coping.
OsloAges 4–12 - NCT05789446Recruiting
Testing a coping and identity skills program for teens
This study tests whether a skills program helps children better cope and build a strong sense of identity. It is offered to early teens and may help with stress and emotional challenges.
Harrisburg, PennsylvaniaAges 11 years+ - NCT05800535Recruiting
Screening for muscle loss and thinking changes after cancer
This study looks at how common muscle weakness (sarcopenia) and thinking or memory changes (often called “chemobrain”) are in people after cancer treatment. It may help teams understand what support could be most helpful after chemotherapy.
Pierre-BéniteAges 18–74
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for anxiety?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,012 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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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.