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
- NCT04576182Recruiting
Therapy for depression using emotion-focused sessions
This study tests a structured talk-therapy program (supportive-expressive and emotion-focused therapy) for people with major depression. It may help by teaching new ways to understand and work with emotions as part of treatment.
HaifaAges 18–65 - NCT04788524Recruiting
Brain and stress study in depressed teens with control feelings
This study uses brain scans and short real-life mood/stress check-ins to understand how stress and perceived control work in teens with depression. It may help researchers better pinpoint brain patterns linked to depression and how teens experience control during stressful moments.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 14–18 - NCT05295888Recruiting
Temporal Interference treatment for moderate-to-severe depression
This study tests temporal interference (TI), a brain stimulation method, to treat depression. You may be a candidate if you have moderate-to-severe major depression and can follow the study schedule and safety screening.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT05450432RecruitingPhase 4
Ketamine maintenance to help prevent suicidal thoughts
This Phase 4 study tests whether ongoing treatment with ketamine or esketamine can reduce suicidal thoughts in people with major depression who are at high risk. Because the study focuses on long-term maintenance, you’d receive treatment over time while being closely monitored for safety and mental health changes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT05523817Recruiting
Brain scan targeting to improve specific depression symptoms
This study uses brain-signal targeting (likely with MRI) to see whether it can improve certain symptoms of depression. You may be able to join if you’re 18–65 and currently have a depressive episode, and if you can safely complete the scan.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT05583747Recruiting
Brain stimulation therapy with guidance for treatment-resistant depression
This study tests a type of brain stimulation (guided iTBS) to improve depression when standard antidepressant treatments haven’t helped. It also checks that the treatment is safe for people who can meet the study and scan safety requirements.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT05630963Recruiting
Study sleep-like brain signaling in major depression
This trial looks at how a specific brain receptor related to pain signals (nociceptin/orphanin FQ receptor) may be involved in depression. It may help researchers understand depression better by comparing people with current versus past (remitted) major depression.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT05773755Recruiting
Brain stimulation surgery for treatment-resistant depression
This trial studies whether deep brain stimulation (DBS)—a surgically placed brain device—can reduce severe, long-lasting depression that hasn’t responded to many treatments. It may help people whose depression has persisted despite trying multiple antidepressant and other evidence-based therapies.
New York, New YorkAges 25–70 - NCT05813093Recruiting
Brain stimulation and brain scans for hard-to-treat depression
This trial tests an alternating combination of brain stimulation and brain imaging to see if it helps people with depression that hasn’t improved with usual treatments. The goal is to find a safer, more effective approach for people whose depression has been very difficult to treat.
Toronto, OntarioAges 20–65 - NCT05816304Recruiting
Digital CBT for insomnia in frontline health care workers
This study tests whether an online, structured “talk-therapy style” program (digital cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia) can improve sleep for frontline health care workers. If you have probable insomnia and can use a phone or computer, the program may help you sleep better without in-person visits.
Toronto, OntarioAges Any age - NCT05909267Recruiting
Testing dopamine-targeted treatment for depression and body inflammation
This study looks at how changing dopamine signaling may affect motivation and movement in people with major depression, and it also involves healthy volunteers. It may help researchers understand whether dopamine changes can improve symptoms and how inflammation may relate to brain function.
SteglitzAges 18–65 - NCT06038409Recruiting
Ketamine therapy for chronic conditions
This trial tests if ketamine can help people with long-term health issues. It aims to find new treatments for chronic conditions that haven't responded well to other therapies.
Helena, MontanaAges 18 years+ - NCT06076317Recruiting
Telemedicine monitoring for depression after hospitalization
This trial tests whether regular video check-ins with a psychiatrist can improve recovery after a hospital stay for depression. You may be eligible if you started or changed an antidepressant or anti-anxiety medication while in the hospital and can use a computer or smartphone for video calls.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06132581Recruiting
Brain stimulation for pleasure loss in depression
This study tests a new type of brain stimulation to see if it can help people with depression who have lost the ability to feel pleasure. It uses MRI scans to guide the treatment and may help improve motivation and goal-setting.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 18–65 - NCT06213324RecruitingPhase 4
Ketamine's effects on brain circuits in depression
This trial studies how ketamine affects brain circuits in people with depression compared to healthy volunteers. It involves a single infusion of ketamine and brain scans before and after.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06234176Recruiting
Psychomotor therapy for quality of life in depression
This study tests whether a special type of therapy called psychomotor therapy (which focuses on the connection between your mind and body) can improve quality of life for people with severe depression. You’ll continue your usual care while also receiving this therapy, and the researchers will track how your mood and daily life change over time.
LimogesAges 20–60 - NCT06323785Recruiting
Whole-body hyperthermia for depression
This trial tests whether safely raising your body temperature (whole-body hyperthermia) can help relieve depression. It's for people with moderate to severe major depression who are not currently taking antidepressants.
ZurichAges 18–65 - NCT06345859RecruitingPhase 2
Brain and emotion study for young adults with or without depression history
This study looks at how the brain regulates mood and body signals in young adults ages 18-27. It includes people who have had depression in the past but are now well, as well as healthy volunteers with no psychiatric history.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–27 - NCT06404320Recruiting
Exercise program for treatment-resistant depression
This study tests whether a physical activity program can help adults whose depression hasn’t improved after trying at least two antidepressants. If you’re sedentary, between 18 and 65, and have treatment-resistant depression, this program might offer a new way to feel better through exercise.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT06410599RecruitingPhase 2
Medication boost for tough-to-treat chronic depression
This trial tests a new medication added to your current treatment for chronic depression that hasn't gotten better with at least two antidepressants and 12 therapy sessions. It might help when standard treatments aren't enough.
Tübingen, Baden-WürtembergAges 18–64 - NCT06443216Recruiting
Sleep modulation to treat depression
This study tests whether adjusting sleep patterns can help treat depression. It uses gentle brain stimulation (tDCS or TMS) and sound to study sleep's effect on mood.
GenevaAges 30–60 - NCT06461260Recruiting
MRI-guided brain stimulation for depression
This trial uses a special MRI to focus brain stimulation on an area that helps control mood (the amygdala). It aims to find a better way to treat depression when current medications aren't enough.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06467474Recruiting
Group Education Program for Depression
This trial tests a group education program (psychoeducation) for people with moderate to severe major depression. It’s designed to help you learn skills to manage your depression alongside medication.
São PauloAges 18–59 - NCT07694076Recruiting
Real-time brain feedback for depression
This trial uses a powerful MRI scanner to give you real-time feedback on brain activity linked to depression. You will learn to regulate that activity, which may reduce symptoms.
OxfordAges 18–65
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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
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