Clinical trials
Depressed Mood clinical trials
Below are recruiting depressed mood clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 66 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07151846Enrolling by invitation
Using phone data to predict depression
This study uses your smartphone and a Fitbit to track mood patterns and see if they can predict depression. You may join as someone with a mood disorder, as a healthy volunteer, or as someone at higher risk for mood problems.
Seoul, Seongbuk-guAges 19–75 - NCT05456607Recruiting
Digital therapy for insomnia and depression in veterans
This study tests an online form of cognitive behavioral therapy (a structured talk-therapy style program you use digitally) to help people who have both trouble sleeping and depression. It may be helpful if you’re a U.S. military veteran and your symptoms are in the study’s range.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06854367Recruiting
Comparing fast vs. standard brain stimulation for depression in older adults
This study tests if a faster form of brain stimulation (accelerated theta burst stimulation) works as well as the standard version for treating depression in adults 60 and older. It may help those who haven't gotten relief from antidepressant medications.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT07212075Recruiting
Digital twin study for mental health in diabetes
This study uses digital twins—a virtual model of your health—to track how your mental health changes with diabetes. It aims to find patterns that could help personalize mental health care.
Bad Mergentheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–80 - NCT07599930Recruiting
Novel Snack for Perimenopausal Symptoms and Wellness
This study tests whether a specially designed snack can help reduce hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, and other symptoms that happen during perimenopause (the years leading up to menopause). You'll eat the snack regularly and answer questions about how you feel.
London, LondonAges 40–55 - NCT05384158Recruiting
Testing a computer game for low mood, low pleasure, or anxiety
This trial looks at how a computer-based task performs when someone is dealing with depression-like symptoms, such as low mood, low interest/pleasure, or anxiety that affects daily functioning. You might find it helpful if you fit their symptom and safety requirements and are comfortable with computer tasks and (for some parts) MRI scanning.
Roanoke, VirginiaAges 25–50 - NCT05871372Recruiting
Study brain circuits behind mood using brain monitoring
This study looks at how brain networks relate to mood and depression by recording brain activity during specific procedures. You may be able to join if you’re already having brain monitoring for epilepsy or are part of a depression deep brain stimulation program.
Houston, TexasAges 21–70 - NCT06275217Recruiting
Mindful yoga for new mothers with low mood
This study tests if a mindful yoga program can help new mothers with symptoms of postpartum depression. If you are feeling down after giving birth and are willing to try gentle yoga and mindfulness, this may be a good option for you.
Hong KongAges 18–60 - NCT07033052Recruiting
Art therapy for anxiety and depression in teens
This trial tests whether art-based activities can help children and teens aged 8 to 17 who feel anxious or depressed. Parents must agree to let their child join.
Cleveland, OhioAges 8–17 - NCT07528014Recruiting
Tracking Depression Treatment Outcomes Over Time
This study follows adults receiving depression treatment (esketamine, TMS, or SAINT) to understand how these therapies work and their effects over time. Researchers will assess mood, functioning, and other factors to help improve future treatment.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05568498RecruitingPhase 2
Probiotic trial for depression in Parkinson’s disease
This Phase 2 study tests whether taking probiotics can improve depression and mood symptoms in people with Parkinson’s disease. It’s meant for those with mild to moderate depression and stable Parkinson’s and mood treatments.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 40–80 - NCT05637320Recruiting
Therapy study for children’s big emotions and mood
This study looks at how children’s emotions change during therapy for concerns like anxiety, depression, or disruptive behavior. It may help you and your child understand what kinds of therapy support might work best.
Guelph, OntarioAges 8–15 - NCT06094088Recruiting
Yoga and heat study for mood improvement
This study tests whether practicing yoga in a heated room can improve mood in adults with moderate depression. You would attend yoga classes and complete surveys about your mood.
Cambridge, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT04877977Recruiting
Long-Term Follow-Up for People With Mood Disorders
This study follows people with mood disorders over a long time to better understand how symptoms and functioning change. You may be able to join if you already agreed to take part in an earlier mood/anxiety study and you meet basic participation needs.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT05447689Recruiting
Group mind-body skills for anxious graduate students
This trial offers a weekly group program teaching mind-body skills to help reduce anxiety. It’s for graduate students who screen as having moderate or higher anxiety and can attend meetings regularly.
White Plains, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07389473Recruiting
Studying eye movements in long-term psychiatric medication use (Gaize device)
This trial uses a special device (Gaize) to track how your eyes move while you take psychiatric medication. It aims to see how long-term medication affects eye patterns, which could help doctors better understand treatment responses.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT07717385Recruiting
90-day trial of a probiotic for stress and sleep
This study tests whether a daily probiotic capsule called Neuralli Mood can help adults who feel stressed, have trouble sleeping, or experience low mood. It lasts 90 days and involves taking two capsules each day and filling out online surveys.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07475845Recruiting
Yoga and therapy for teen depression
This study tests whether adding weekly yoga classes to a standard group therapy program helps teens feel better faster. It is for teenagers aged 12–18 who have mild to moderate depression and are safe to be physically active.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–18 - NCT06358898Recruiting
Digital sleep and mood program for teens with depression
This trial tests a digital program that uses a smartphone app to help teens with both insomnia and depression. It combines a mood tracker with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) to improve sleep and mood.
Shatin, New TerritoriesAges 12–18 - NCT06639477Recruiting
Mood and sleep improvement study for older adults
This study tests whether adding a sleep treatment to regular depression medication can improve both mood and sleep in adults aged 55 and older. It may help if you have ongoing depression, sleep problems, and are already taking antidepressant medication.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 55 years+ - NCT07719517Recruiting
Morning activities to boost mood after stroke
This study tests if doing simple, guided activities in the morning can help improve your mood after a stroke. If you often feel down and have trouble getting going in the morning, this program might offer a way to feel better.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT04478305RecruitingPhase 1
Duavive trial for mood and anxiety in midlife women
This Phase 1 study tests Duavive’s effects on mood and anxiety symptoms in women going through perimenopause or early menopause. It may help clarify whether this treatment can reduce depression and/or anxiety symptoms in midlife.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 45–60 - NCT07404085Recruiting
Cognitive training with medication for mood disorders
This trial tests if a medication can boost the effects of cognitive training in people with bipolar disorder or recurrent depression who have memory or thinking problems. It aims to improve daily functioning.
Frederiksberg, Capital Region of DenmarkAges 40–75 - NCT06376734RecruitingPhase 2
TMS for depression, anxiety, OCD, or schizophrenia
This study tests whether a brain stimulation technique called TMS can help people with depression, anxiety, OCD, or schizophrenia. It aims to find better ways to target the treatment for each person's specific needs.
Sunnyvale, CaliforniaAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for depressed mood?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 66 recruiting depressed mood 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 depressed mood 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 depressed mood 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.