Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Depression - Major Depressive Disorder clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 3 recruiting depression - major depressive disorder studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT07220460RecruitingPhase 2
Study of an oral drug for bipolar depression
This trial tests an experimental pill (ABB-932) for people with bipolar I or II disorder who are currently in a depressive episode. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps improve mood.
Walnut Creek, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT04356274Enrolling by invitation
Improving access to addiction and mental health care at VA clinics
This study tests an approach to help VA clinics reach more Veterans with proven treatments for addiction and mental health conditions. It focuses on clinic-level processes (not individual medications) to increase how widely evidence-based care is delivered.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04777357RecruitingPhase 3
Cariprazine for bipolar depression in ages 10 to 17
This Phase 3 study tests whether cariprazine can improve depression symptoms in children and teens with bipolar I disorder, and also tracks side effects. It may help if your depressive episode is ongoing and you meet specific mood and screening score requirements.
San Jose, CaliforniaAges 10–17
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Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting depression - major depressive disorder studies listed above.
- Lumos Clinical Research Center
- Sunwise Clinical Research
- VA Palo Alto Health Care System
What taking part in a depression - major depressive disorder study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting depression - major depressive disorder studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there depression - major depressive disorder clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 3 recruiting depression - major depressive disorder studies with a site near San Francisco, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a depression - major depressive disorder study near San Francisco?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in San Francisco to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Francisco, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a depression - major depressive disorder trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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