Clinical trials
Mental Disorder clinical trials
Below are recruiting mental disorder clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 338 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05763537Recruiting
Study exploring how doulas support pregnancy mood changes
This study looks at how having a doula affects support and wellbeing for people experiencing pregnancy-related mood and anxiety changes. It may help you and others learn what kind of doula support is most helpful during pregnancy.
Missoula, MontanaAges 18 years+ - NCT06880796Enrolling by invitation
Mindfulness therapy for serious mental illness
This trial tests whether mindfulness-based therapy helps people with serious mental illnesses like schizophrenia or mood disorders. You'll learn mindfulness skills in a group setting at your community mental health center.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06923423Recruiting
Cognitive processing therapy for drug use and trauma in prison
This study tests if a type of therapy called cognitive processing therapy (CPT) can help people in prison who have both a drug use problem and trauma-related stress. If you qualify, you would receive CPT and be compared to those getting usual care.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07299526Recruiting
Police officer mental health study
This study looks at the mental health and work health of police officers. It asks doctors and nurses who work with police teams to take part, to help understand how to better support officers.
StrasbourgAges 18–64 - NCT07091721Recruiting
Talking therapy for aggressive or violent young people
This trial tests a type of talking therapy called Mentalization Based Therapy for children and teens who show aggressive or violent behavior. It aims to help them understand their own and others' feelings, which may reduce outbursts and improve relationships.
Southampton, CalmoreAges 10–17 - NCT06789380Recruiting
Generalist vs specialist care for severe personality disorders
This trial compares two types of treatment—generalist care by a therapist or specialist care—for people with severe personality disorders. It aims to find which approach works better and is more cost-effective.
Halsteren, North BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT03601026Recruiting
Genetic counseling for youth using cannabis safely
This study offers genetic counseling to help reduce mental health problems that can happen for some young people who use cannabis. You join if you are already part of the FORBOW study and fit their age and mental-health criteria.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 12–21 - NCT06038721Recruiting
Unified Protocol for kids with emotional concerns
This trial tests a program called Unified Protocol for children ages 7–17 who have emotional difficulties like anxiety, depression, trauma, or obsessive-compulsive symptoms. It aims to help kids and their parents learn skills to manage these feelings together.
Coral Gables, FloridaAges 7–17 - NCT04631042Recruiting
Study how the brain relates to impulsivity and compulsivity
This study looks at how brain function and structure relate to impulsive and compulsive behaviors. It may help researchers understand what drives these behaviors and who may benefit from future mental health treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 6–80 - NCT07571226Recruiting
Urban Stress and Mental Health Monitoring Study
This study explores how city living and daily stress affect depression, anxiety, and alcohol use disorders by having you wear a monitoring wristband and use a smartphone app to track your physical responses. Researchers hope to better understand the link between environmental stress and mental health symptoms.
BeijingAges 18–60 - NCT07054554Recruiting
Helping families find mental health support for preschoolers
This study is testing a program to help families connect with mental health services for preschoolers who are showing early signs of emotional or behavioral challenges. It aims to support caregivers like you in getting the right help for your child.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07085923Recruiting
Heart health study for people with mental illness
This study tests a program to improve heart health in people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder who take antipsychotic medication or lithium and have a high body weight. The goal is to help reduce heart disease risk.
OsloAges 25–70 - NCT07420478Recruiting
TF-CBT for autistic youth with trauma
This trial tests trauma-focused therapy for autistic youth who have experienced trauma. It aims to see if this therapy helps reduce trauma-related distress.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 6 years+ - NCT07314190Enrolling by invitation
Blood tests for brain diseases and mental health conditions
This study looks at blood tests to help diagnose and track brain diseases (like Alzheimer's) or mental health conditions. It compares patients to healthy volunteers to find better ways to detect and monitor these illnesses.
BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07483333Recruiting
Comparing two group therapies for kids with medical conditions and trauma
This study compares two types of group therapy for youth ages 8–18 who have a chronic medical condition and trauma-related distress. The goal is to see which type of group helps kids feel better and handle their health challenges.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 8–18 - NCT06117163Recruiting
Mental health care for pregnant women with HIV in Kenya
This study tests a program that provides integrated mental health care for pregnant women living with HIV in Kenya. The goal is to improve both mental health and HIV treatment outcomes during pregnancy.
NairobiAges 15 years+ - NCT05866107Recruiting
App and smart scale program for weight loss in bipolar or schizophrenia
This study tests whether using a health app and smart body-fat scales helps people who are overweight or obese lose weight. It is designed for adults with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia who are stable and can safely follow the weight-loss and activity plan.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT04366531Recruiting
Support for veterans after prison release
This study tests a program to help veterans with mental health or substance use issues transition from prison back into civilian life. It may provide support to improve reintegration and reduce the risk of returning to prison.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05827406Recruiting
Support system for psychiatric checkups in adults
This study looks at a helpful support system to improve how psychiatric symptoms are diagnosed and followed over time. It may help patients and clinicians by making checkups and next steps more organized.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT05633940Recruiting
Behavioral health support added to Swedish primary care
This study tests whether adding behavioral health support within regular primary care can better help adults with mental health concerns. It may help by offering extra counseling or treatment alongside usual clinic care.
Linköping, Östergötland CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT06534307Recruiting
Long-term follow-up for children from PETN studies
This study checks on the health and development of children whose mothers took part in the PETN studies. It involves questionnaires and a physical exam for kids aged 5 and older.
Tübingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 6–18 - NCT04477434Recruiting
Study of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) patients in France
This trial follows people who have been referred for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), a treatment used for certain severe mental health conditions. The study aims to learn about how ECT is used in real-world care and what outcomes may look like for patients.
AngersAges Any age - NCT07740291Recruiting
Tirzepatide and lifestyle study for weight loss
This trial compares two ways to manage weight: taking a GLP-1 medication (like tirzepatide or semaglutide) versus making lifestyle changes without medication. It will help researchers learn which approach works best for people with overweight or obesity.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06702488RecruitingPhase 1
Dexmedetomidine and magnesium to protect thinking after surgery in seniors
This study tests whether adding two drugs, dexmedetomidine and magnesium sulfate, during anesthesia can help older adults keep their thinking and memory sharp after open abdominal surgery. It aims to reduce the risk of confusion or memory problems that sometimes happen after surgery.
Al FayyumAges 60–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for mental disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 338 recruiting mental disorder 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 mental disorder 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 mental disorder 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.