Clinical trials
Depression Disorders clinical trials
Below are recruiting depression disorders clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 689 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07185451Recruiting
Brain stimulation for teens with depression
This trial tests if a gentle electrical brain stimulation called tACS can help teens with depression who are already on stable medication. The treatment is added to their usual medication to see if it improves mood.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 12–18 - NCT07174557Recruiting
Remote monitoring to prevent depression relapse
This study tests whether remote check-ins via smartphone can help people who have recovered from depression stay well after leaving a collaborative care program. If you've recently finished depression treatment and feel better, you may be eligible.
Hanover, New HampshireAges 18 years+ - NCT07490782Recruiting
Nutrition study for college students with depression
This trial tests whether changes in diet can help improve mild to moderate depression in college students. If you are currently getting treatment or are open to it, you may be able to join.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06594588Recruiting
Aerobic exercise for depression in adults
This trial tests whether adding a personalized aerobic exercise program to your usual depression treatment can help you feel better. It is for adults aged 18-45 with depression who are not currently in regular psychotherapy.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–45 - NCT06835855Recruiting
Does mother’s depression affect baby’s attention to emotions?
This study looks at how babies of mothers with depression pay attention to emotional faces. Researchers want to learn if these babies show different patterns of attention to happy or sad cues, which could help understand early development.
Binghamton, New YorkAges 6 months+ - NCT07143838Recruiting
Enhancing deep sleep to help depression
This study tests a gentle brain stimulation method (called transcranial electrical stimulation) during sleep to see if it can improve deep sleep and help with depression symptoms. It is for adults with moderate depression who also have some memory or thinking complaints.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 40–80 - NCT07250893Recruiting
Resolving early life stress in depression: a psychotherapy study
This trial tests if a specific type of psychotherapy can help people with moderate-to-severe depression who experienced stress or adversity in childhood (before age 18). Researchers want to see how the treatment works in the brain and whether it improves depression symptoms.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT07188623Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for older adults with depression
This study tests if a virtual reality program can help older adults with depression become more active and feel better. You would use a VR headset at home to practice activities that improve your mood.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT05680220Recruiting
40 Hz light therapy for adults with depression
This trial studies whether daily 40 Hz light stimulation can reduce symptoms of major depression. You’d use a light device for about an hour each day for 6 weeks, while researchers track changes in depression severity.
Copenhagen, DenmarkAges 18–75 - NCT06480201RecruitingPhase 1
Ketamine for treatment-resistant depression: a brain wave study
This study tests whether a single dose of ketamine can change brain wave patterns (called gamma oscillations) in people with treatment-resistant depression. Researchers want to see if these brain waves can predict who will feel better after treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 21–45 - NCT07611773Recruiting
Brain Stimulation for Depression Treatment Planning
This study tests whether brain scans can predict which people with depression will benefit from transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS)—a non-invasive treatment that uses mild electrical pulses to stimulate brain areas related to mood. You would use a small home device and complete brain monitoring sessions.
ValenciaAges 18 years+ - NCT06773949Recruiting
Exercise before rTMS for hard-to-treat depression
This trial tests if doing exercise before repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can improve depression symptoms in people who haven't gotten better with standard treatments.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–75 - NCT07324070Recruiting
Adding TMS to ECT for hard-to-treat depression
This study tests whether adding TMS to ECT can better treat depression that hasn't improved with other treatments. It is for adults with moderate to severe major depression who haven't had these treatments recently.
Prague, CzechAges 18 years+ - NCT07603804Recruiting
Accelerated Brain Stimulation for Treatment-Resistant Depression
This study tests an accelerated form of iTBS (a non-invasive brain stimulation technique) for depression that hasn't improved with antidepressant medications. The goal is to help people with major depression who haven't responded adequately to at least one antidepressant drug.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT04900064Recruiting
Self-help CBT added to primary care behavioral health
This trial studies whether adding a Swedish self-help version of “CBT” (a structured talking-therapy approach) improves care for adults getting behavioral health support in primary care. It may help people who want support for mental health without needing fully guided therapy sessions.
Varberg, Halland CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT06045897Recruiting
EEG brain test for young people at risk of psychosis
This study uses a short EEG recording to look at brain activity patterns in young people with early signs of mental health conditions, including those at risk for psychosis, first episode psychosis, depression, or autism. It aims to find brain markers that could help identify people who might benefit from early treatment.
ParisAges 15–30 - NCT07682064Recruiting
Group therapy for emotional disorders in adults
This trial tests a group therapy program for adults with emotional disorders like depression or anxiety. It is designed to help you manage difficult emotions and improve your well-being.
Logroño, La RiojaAges 18–65 - NCT06968390Recruiting
Faster TMS for depression during pregnancy or after childbirth
This trial tests a faster form of TMS (brain stimulation) for people with depression who are pregnant (14-34 weeks) or within one year of giving birth. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and well-tolerated.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–55 - NCT07713849Recruiting
Transition care for recent psychosis
This study tests a program to help people recently diagnosed with psychosis (within the last two years) transition from hospital to community care. If you have a psychotic disorder and a caregiver involved in your discharge planning, this could help you.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–40 - NCT07180342Recruiting
Nature outings for depression recovery
This study tests whether nature-based group trips can help people with major depression feel better. You would visit parks and do outdoor activities while researchers measure changes in mood and daily function.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–59 - NCT06370988Recruiting
Theta-burst stimulation for bipolar depression
This study tests a type of brain stimulation (theta-burst TMS) to see if it helps improve depression in people with bipolar disorder. It might be a good option if you have tried medication but still feel depressed.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT06668571RecruitingPhase 2
Ketamine for treatment-resistant depression
This study tests if intravenous ketamine can help people with treatment-resistant depression who haven't found relief from at least two other treatments. If you qualify, you'll receive ketamine infusions to see if it improves your mood.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT06919133Enrolling by invitation
Using smartphone markers to manage depression symptoms
This study tests whether using a smartphone app to track your mood and behavior can help you manage depression symptoms better. You'll use digital tools to monitor your own progress and learn self-management strategies.
FrederiksbergAges 18 years+ - NCT07226011Recruiting
Fast High-Dose Brain Stimulation for Depression
This study tests a stronger, faster type of brain stimulation (called tDCS) to see if it can help treat depression. It may be a good fit if you have major depression and haven't used other brain stimulation in the past 6 months.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for depression disorders?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 689 recruiting depression disorders 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 depression disorders 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 depression disorders 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.