Clinical trials
Mental Health (Depression) clinical trials
Below are recruiting mental health (depression) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 315 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06534047RecruitingPhase 4
Brain stimulation or nicotine patch to help you quit smoking
This study tests whether a brain stimulation treatment called rTMS can help people with psychiatric conditions quit smoking. You will be randomly assigned to get either rTMS or a nicotine patch, and your progress will be tracked to see which treatment works better.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–70 - NCT06695650Recruiting
Mandala Coloring to Ease Test Anxiety
This trial tests if coloring mandalas can help reduce test anxiety in nursing students. You will be asked to color mandalas regularly and fill out surveys to see if it helps you feel calmer before exams.
AnkaraAges Any age - NCT06717165Recruiting
Brain stimulation with talk therapy for OCD
This study tests if adding a gentle brain stimulation technique (tACS) to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help reduce OCD symptoms more than CBT alone. It is for adults with OCD who have not completed a full course of CBT before.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT06783283Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve memory in mild cognitive impairment
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical brain stimulation technique called tACS can improve working memory in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). If you have MCI due to early Alzheimer's, this study may help find new ways to boost memory.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06788886Recruiting
Breathing practice for brain and mental health in cancer and other illnesses
This study tests a simple breathing practice to see if it can improve brain health and mental well-being for people with cancer, multiple sclerosis, or their caregivers. You will do light exercises and answer questionnaires, and some participants will also have an MRI brain scan.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–85 - NCT06809166RecruitingPhase 4
Contrave for weight loss in adults with obesity
This study tests whether a weight loss medication called Contrave can help adults with obesity lose weight by changing how their body uses energy and handles food. If you qualify, you will take Contrave and be monitored for several months.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–64 - NCT06845124RecruitingPhase 2
Testing CBD and naltrexone for alcohol craving
This trial is testing if taking cannabidiol (CBD) plus naltrexone can reduce alcohol craving in people with alcohol dependence. Naltrexone is already used to help with alcohol cravings, and CBD may add extra benefit.
Wiesloch, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–70 - NCT06906185Recruiting
Trauma-informed support for pregnant veterans with anxiety or depression
This trial tests an online program designed to help pregnant veterans who have experienced trauma and are feeling anxious or depressed. The goal is to see if this program can improve their well-being during pregnancy.
New Orleans, LouisianaAges Any age - NCT06939712Recruiting
Online mental health program for Crohn's patients
This study tests an online program that uses positive psychology to help improve mental health and quality of life in people with Crohn's disease who have mild anxiety or depression. The program is done over the internet, so you can join from home.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06959342Recruiting
Brain stimulation to reduce cravings in alcohol use disorder
This trial tests if a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) can help people with alcohol use disorder control their cravings and drinking habits. It is an add-on to your regular treatment.
MannheimAges 18–65 - NCT07002996Recruiting
Virtual reality memory training for mild cognitive impairment
This study tests whether a special memory training program using virtual reality can improve thinking skills in people with mild cognitive impairment. It may help slow memory loss and keep your mind sharper.
Verdun, QuebecAges 55 years+ - NCT07027839RecruitingPhase 1
Alcohol effects on brain imaging for phosphodiesterase
This study uses PET scans to see how alcohol affects a protein in the brain called PDE4B. It may help explain how alcohol works in the body.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 21–70 - NCT07084649RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Dual-target brain stimulation for teens with ADHD
This trial tests a new brain stimulation method (iTBS) targeting two areas of the brain to help teens with ADHD who haven't improved enough with medication. It aims to see if this approach is safe and effective.
Shanghai, None SelectedAges 10–18 - NCT07105449Recruiting
Testing high-potency cannabis concentrates in regular users
This study looks at how high-potency cannabis concentrates affect people who already use cannabis a few times a week. You will be asked to vape a concentrate and then have your reactions monitored.
Toronto, OntarioAges 19–55 - NCT07198594Recruiting
Fast brain stimulation for hard-to-treat OCD
This study tests a fast-acting brain stimulation method (accelerated rTMS) for people whose obsessive-compulsive disorder has not improved enough with standard treatments. It aims to help those who still have moderate to severe symptoms despite trying multiple medications.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT07213349RecruitingPhase 2
Daridorexant for Alzheimer's prevention
This study tests whether daridorexant, a medication that helps improve sleep, can prevent Alzheimer's disease. If you have mild memory concerns but not dementia, this trial may help find out if better sleep can protect your brain.
Montreal, QuebecAges 50–90 - NCT07214415RecruitingPhase 2
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for veterans with brain injury or mental health issues
This trial tests whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy (breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber) can improve thinking, mood, and quality of life in veterans with mild traumatic brain injury, PTSD, anxiety, or depression. You must have already tried at least one evidence-based therapy like CBT or EMDR.
Boise, IdahoAges 18–75 - NCT07278765Recruiting
Digital mental health study for LGBTQ+ teens and adults
This study tests if digital tools can help LGBTQ+ people with depression. You join online through the MHA website and answer a few questions.
Alexandria, VirginiaAges 14 years+ - NCT00025935Recruiting
Brain Function Studies in Youth With Mood and Attention Disorders
This research study examines how the brains of children and teenagers with mood problems (like persistent irritability or depression) or attention difficulties work differently. Researchers use brain scans and tasks to understand these conditions better and track changes as young people grow up.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 7–60 - NCT00397111Recruiting
MRI brain-scanning study of mood and anxiety in adults
This study uses brain MRI scans and mental tasks to better understand mood and anxiety problems. It may help researchers develop improved MRI methods for studying depression and healthy brain function.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT07644338Recruiting
Brain Stimulation for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
This study tests a new non-invasive brain stimulation technique called temporal interference stimulation to help reduce PTSD symptoms. If you have PTSD that's lasted at least 3 months, this trial may help you or contribute to better treatments for others.
ShanghaiAges 18–50 - NCT07652333Recruiting
Strength training for muscle and mind on obesity medication
This study tests whether strength training can help adults taking new obesity medications (like Wegovy or Ozempic) maintain muscle and improve mental health. You would start the medication after your first study visit.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06667193Enrolling by invitation
Cold water exposure and its effects on health
This study looks at how cold water immersion affects your physical and mental health. It compares people who haven't done cold water exposure before and may help us understand its benefits.
Greeley, ColoradoAges 18–45 - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for mental health (depression)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 315 recruiting mental health (depression) 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 health (depression) 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 health (depression) 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.