Clinical trials
Depression in Adolescence clinical trials
Below are recruiting depression in adolescence clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 81 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06523439Recruiting
Brain stimulation for depression in young people
This study tests a new type of brain stimulation called accelerated intermittent theta burst stimulation (aiTBS) in young people (ages 13-20) with depression who have not tried many treatments before. The goal is to see if this treatment can safely help reduce depression symptoms.
Austin, TexasAges 13–20 - NCT05712772Recruiting
Study how light affects mood in depressed teens and young adults
This study looks at how different light patterns may change brain and mood responses in people with depressive symptoms. It may help researchers understand why light can affect mood and guide future treatments.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12–30 - NCT06273995Recruiting
Behavioral activation through telehealth for teens with depression
This trial tests if a telehealth program can help teenagers with depression feel better by increasing positive activities. You and a caregiver will attend weekly video sessions for 8 weeks.
Houston, TexasAges 12–18 - NCT05329441Recruiting
Testing an anti-depression medicine for threat-related brain changes in teens
This trial studies how fluoxetine or escitalopram (anti-depression medicines) may affect brain systems involved in feeling threatened and staying anxious when you have depression. It also uses brain scanning and blood tests to measure these changes.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 14–21 - NCT05437588Recruiting
Blood-based biomarkers for suicide risk in teens with depression
This study looks at tiny blood particles (exosomes) and specific microRNAs to see if they can signal suicide risk and predict treatment outcomes in adolescents. If you qualify, your blood may be used to help researchers find better ways to understand and track suicidality and depression treatment response.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 10–24 - 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 - NCT07246044Recruiting
Brain stimulation for teens with bipolar depression targeting S1
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (HD-tDCS) to see if it can help teens with bipolar disorder who are currently in a depressive episode. It aims to find a new treatment option for adolescent bipolar depression.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 12–18 - NCT06528938Recruiting
Accelerated vs. standard TMS for teen depression
This study tests whether a faster, brain-guided form of TMS (called iTBS) can help treat depression in teenagers better than standard TMS. You may qualify if you're 16–19, have tried an antidepressant that didn't work well, and have no medical reasons to avoid TMS or MRI.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 16–19 - NCT07247344Recruiting
Depression in hospitalized teens: a brain study
This study looks at brain and behavior in teens aged 10–20 who are hospitalized for depression or bipolar disorder. It aims to better understand the condition and may help guide future treatments.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 10–20 - NCT07247968RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Esketamine with ECT for severe depression in teens
This study tests whether adding a low dose of esketamine (a type of anesthesia) to modified electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) helps treat severe depression in teenagers. It aims to see if this combination works better and is safer than ECT alone.
ChongqingAges 13–17 - 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 - NCT06668701Recruiting
Using the 'ich bin alles' website
This trial is very simple. It asks you to try out the website 'ich bin alles' for 40 seconds. The goal is to see how people naturally use this site.
Munich, BavariaAges Any age - NCT06633458Recruiting
Family communication in teen psychiatric care
This trial looks at how teens in a hospital psychiatry unit feel about talking with their parents and whether that affects their treatment progress.
Hamburg, Free and Hanseatic City of HamburgAges 14–17 - NCT06668688Recruiting
Testing a school mental health website
This study looks at how users naturally interact with a website called 'ich Bin Alles @Schule' (I Am Everything @school). It aims to understand the user experience, which may help improve the site for students.
MunichAges Any age - NCT07293806Recruiting
Dance therapy for teens with depression
This study tests whether dance-movement therapy (moving with a therapist to express feelings) can help teens with moderate to severe depression feel better. It is for adolescents who are not experiencing other severe mental health conditions like psychosis or a critical substance use problem.
HelsinkiAges 13–17 - NCT06580249Recruiting
Brain stimulation for pleasure loss in teen depression
This trial tests if repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation, can help teenagers with depression who have lost interest or pleasure in things they used to enjoy.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 10–19 - NCT03388606Recruiting
Studying adolescent depression and how to treat it
This study looks closely at how depression shows up in teens and tests approaches to treatment. It may help teens and families better understand depression and get access to structured care as part of research.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 11–25 - NCT06898788RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Probiotics for depression in teens and young adults
This study tests whether a probiotic supplement can help improve depression in young people who are already taking an SSRI antidepressant. If you join, you will take a probiotic or placebo for several weeks and have your mood and brain activity checked.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 15–24 - NCT06452849Recruiting
Brain magnetic stimulation treatment for teen depression
This trial is testing a non-invasive treatment that uses safe magnetic pulses to stimulate specific parts of the brain in teens with moderate to severe depression. The goal is to see if this can help improve mood without medication changes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 14–18 - NCT03859297Recruiting
Testing how rumination changes in depressed teens
This study looks at what changes in “rumination” (repetitive worrying/thinking about negative thoughts) in teens with depression, and how those changes relate to recovery. It’s for ages 14–17 who have had major depression and meet specific screening and medical rules.
Columbus, OhioAges 14–17 - 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 - NCT07645157RecruitingPhase 2
Sertraline and Probiotics for Teen Depression
This study tests whether combining an antidepressant medication (sertraline) with special bacteria supplements (probiotics) can help treat depression in teenagers ages 12–18. Researchers believe the probiotics may help the medication work better by improving gut health.
Chongqing, YuzhongAges 12–18 - NCT05076214Recruiting
Exercise group for teens with mild to moderate depression
This study compares a structured aerobic exercise group to a more relaxed leisure activity group for adolescents with mild to moderate depression. It aims to see whether exercise can help improve mood when earlier basic support didn’t work well enough.
HalmstadAges 13–17 - NCT05617495Recruiting
Mindfulness training with brain scans for depression
This study tests a mindfulness-based program combined with “brain scan feedback” (fMRI neurofeedback) to see if it can help teenagers and young adults with major depression. It may help by teaching skills and tracking brain activity changes during treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 13–18
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Depression in Adolescence trials by state
Studies with a site anywhere in these states.
Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for depression in adolescence?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 81 recruiting depression in adolescence 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 in adolescence 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 in adolescence 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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