Clinical trials
Depressive and Anxiety Disorders clinical trials
Below are recruiting depressive and anxiety disorders clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 435 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05322343Recruiting
Study biobank and brain health in people age 55–80
This study collects blood samples to build a biobank and learn how brain health changes with age. Some participants may also do an MRI scan to better understand brain changes and immune response.
Bordeaux, BordeauxAges 55–80 - NCT05563805Recruiting
Virtual reality adventure training for movement and fitness
This study uses a virtual reality “adventure” game that gets you moving to train exercise skills and coordination. It’s designed for U.S. military veterans who can walk on their own and don’t have certain vision, balance, or medical limits.
Arlington, TexasAges 18–45 - NCT07439042RecruitingPhase 4
Buspirone for anxiety in children with autism
This trial tests whether buspirone, a medication that helps with anxiety, can reduce anxiety in children and teens with autism. It is a 12-week study where participants receive buspirone or a placebo (a pill with no medicine) to see if it improves anxiety symptoms.
Lexington, MassachusettsAges 7–17 - NCT05648539Recruiting
Music therapy for mood and anxiety symptoms
This trial studies whether music therapy can improve symptoms of depression or anxiety. You may be invited if you have mild mood or anxiety symptoms on common screening questionnaires.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 16–35 - NCT06243640RecruitingPhase 3
New capsule for generalized anxiety disorder trial
This trial tests a new capsule called Buagafuran for adults with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It aims to see if the medication helps reduce anxiety without causing major side effects.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06243614RecruitingPhase 3
Testing buagafuran capsules for generalized anxiety disorder
This trial tests a new medication called buagafuran for people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It aims to see if the drug can safely reduce anxiety symptoms.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06438276Recruiting
Mental health support for teens through school services
This study tests whether psychiatric outreach nurses can help teenagers aged 12-16 who are dealing with mood issues, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive or eating disorder symptoms, or mild self-harm. The goal is to see if this extra support improves their mental health compared to the usual school services.
Kuopio, Northern SavoniaAges 12–16 - NCT07792837Recruiting
Online intuitive eating program for pregnant women with obesity
This study tests an online program that helps pregnant women with obesity learn to eat intuitively, which means listening to their body's hunger and fullness signals instead of dieting. The goal is to support their well-being during pregnancy.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07698379Recruiting
Preventing burnout in healthcare workers with compassion therapy
This trial tests whether an online compassion-based therapy program can prevent burnout in Spanish doctors and nurses. It aims to help you manage stress and emotional exhaustion from work.
Zaragoza, SpainAges 18–75 - NCT07692269Recruiting
Mindfulness for emotional distress study
This study tests whether mindfulness can help reduce emotional distress. You will practice mindfulness and have your brain activity measured with EEG, a safe and painless way to record brainwaves.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–50 - NCT07682753Recruiting
Mental health support for autistic college students
This study tests a mental health program for autistic college students who feel stressed, anxious, or down. You would join weekly sessions for 8 weeks to see if the program helps improve your well-being.
Edinburg, TexasAges 18–30 - NCT07682935Recruiting
Fishing therapy for schizophrenia: mood and quality of life
This study tests if fishing, as a supportive therapy, can help people with schizophrenia improve mood, reduce anxiety, and boost quality of life. It looks at changes in blood markers and well-being.
Elâzığ, CenterAges 18–60 - NCT06121284RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation plus medication for youth suicide
This study tests if a new type of brain stimulation (iTBS) combined with a medicine called D-cycloserine can reduce suicidal thoughts in young adults who have previously attempted suicide. It aims to find a faster, mood-boosting treatment option for young people at risk.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–24 - NCT05779761Recruiting
Brief coping exercises for high distress and worry
This study tests brief coping interventions to help people who feel very worried, stuck in negative thoughts, or overly self-critical. You would likely complete short activities using your smartphone and internet while the study checks how your distress changes over time.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07604389Recruiting
Augmented Reality Video for Breast Cancer Recovery
This study tests whether an interactive video using augmented reality (a technology that overlays digital information on the real world) helps breast cancer patients recover better after surgery. Researchers want to see if this educational tool improves your understanding of your condition and recovery process.
Taichung, Taichung CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07594483Recruiting
Brain Implant to Treat Hard-to-Treat Depression
This study tests a small implant placed under the scalp that delivers targeted electrical stimulation to the brain to help people with severe depression that hasn't improved with antidepressant medications. The implant is designed to rebalance brain activity and reduce depressive symptoms.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 22–85 - NCT07506148Recruiting
Group ACT vs. Support Group for Student Stress
This study tests a type of talk therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for university students who are feeling depressed or anxious. It compares ACT to a general support group to see which helps more with emotional symptoms.
Montevideo, Montevideo DepartmentAges 18–28 - NCT07493317RecruitingPhase 2
Tocilizumab for depression with inflammation
This trial tests a medication called tocilizumab, which targets inflammation, to see if it can improve symptoms of major depression in people with signs of inflammation. You may be eligible if you have depression with a high monocyte count and significant loss of interest or pleasure.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT06770075Recruiting
Brightline: testing a wellness app for college students
This study tests a smartphone app that may help students track and improve their mental well-being. Over 6 months, you will wear a device that monitors things like activity and sleep, and use a simple app to check in on your mood. It's designed for full-time undergraduates who do not have a current mental health condition and are not receiving mental health treatment.
SingaporeAges 18–25 - NCT07483034Enrolling by invitation
Music therapy for anxiety during breast cancer treatment
This study tests whether listening to specially chosen music while you're in the hospital for breast cancer treatment can help lower anxiety and depression. It also looks at how music might affect certain substances in your blood that are linked to stress and healing.
Zagreb, City of ZagrebAges 18–65 - NCT07478393Recruiting
Emotion regulation therapy for worry and self-criticism
This trial tests a therapy that helps people manage emotions like worry and self-criticism. It takes place online, so you can join from home in New York.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07444697Recruiting
Erections after heart stent in men with and without heart attack
This study looks at how having a stent placed affects men's ability to have erections. It compares men who had a heart attack with those who had stable chest pain. If you take part, you will fill out short questionnaires about your sexual function and recovery for 6 months.
KirikkaleAges 30–75 - NCT07432204Recruiting
Therapeutic music listening after stroke
This trial tests whether listening to music can help reduce anxiety and depression in people who have had a stroke within the past 3 months. It is designed for those who are experiencing significant emotional distress after their stroke.
PaviaAges 18 years+ - NCT06858189RecruitingPhase 2
Path to Wellness: therapy plus physical activity
This study combines talk therapy with a physical activity program to help treat depression or anxiety. It may help you feel better in both your mind and body.
Manhattan, KansasAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for depressive and anxiety disorders?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 435 recruiting depressive and anxiety 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 depressive and anxiety 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 depressive and anxiety 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.