Clinical trials
Mental Health clinical trials
Below are recruiting mental health clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 701 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07816445Recruiting
Parenting conflict program for separating or divorcing parents
This study tests a program for parents who are separating or divorcing. It aims to help reduce conflict between parents, which could be helpful for them and their children.
Tempe, ArizonaAges 88 years+ - NCT07795333Recruiting
Preventing body dissatisfaction in teen athletes
This study aims to prevent body dissatisfaction and eating disorders in adolescent athletes by offering a program at sports-specialized schools in Norway. If you are a student athlete, you may be able to join to learn healthy habits and improve your relationship with your body.
Oslo, KringsjåAges 13–17 - NCT06385223Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation for hard-to-treat depression
This study tests a new, personalized form of brain stimulation (called TMS) using MRI scans to target the right areas for people whose depression hasn't improved with medication. It aims to see if this tailored approach works better than standard TMS.
SingaporeAges 21 years+ - NCT07786714Recruiting
Faster brain stimulation for early psychosis risk
This study tests a faster type of brain stimulation, called accelerated neuromodulation therapy, in people who have early signs that could lead to psychosis. The goal is to see if this treatment can help reduce symptoms and improve daily life.
Verdun, QuebecAges 18–34 - NCT05855720Recruiting
Study of flexible care plans across hospitals
This study compares how flexible, integrated treatment projects are carried out across different hospitals nationwide. It’s mainly looking at what happens in routine care, so it may help improve how future care is organized.
MagdeburgAges Any age - NCT05471232Recruiting
Genomic testing for youth mental health crises with IDD
This study looks at genetic (DNA) information to understand mental health crises in youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It may help doctors learn why these crises happen and improve how future families are supported.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 7–17 - NCT07783633Enrolling by invitation
Digital tools for mood disorders study
This study looks at whether using digital tools, like apps or online programs, can help people with mood disorders like depression or bipolar disorder. It aims to find markers that show who might benefit most from these tools.
Toronto, OntarioAges 16 years+ - NCT07779707Recruiting
Healthy groceries for people with depression and food needs
This study gives free, healthy groceries made to match your health needs and offers support to help improve your mood and reduce stress. It aims to see if getting nutritious food can help people with depression feel better.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06409325Recruiting
Magnetic Seizure vs. Electric Shock for Depression
This study compares two brain stimulation treatments—Magnetic Seizure Therapy (MST) and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)—to see which works better for severe depression. If you are on a stable antidepressant and haven't had recent brain stimulation, this trial may be an option for you.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07755774Recruiting
Mindfulness and emotion skills for teens who self-injure
This study tests a therapy program that helps teens manage difficult emotions and reduce self-injury. A parent also takes part in a separate program to support the teen.
StockholmAges 12–17 - NCT07742722Recruiting
Peer support for veterans with mental health and substance use issues
This study tests a program where trained peer supporters help veterans who have been involved with the justice system and have mental health or substance use issues. It aims to improve their well-being and recovery.
Bedford, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07732660Recruiting
Building skills and reducing stigma for young people with HIV in Zambia
This trial helps young people aged 18 to 24 living with HIV in three districts of Zambia. It aims to reduce stigma and build job skills to improve their lives.
Lusaka, Lusaka ProvinceAges 18–24 - NCT07734779Recruiting
Online caregiver training for anorexia nervosa support
This study tests an online caregiver training program to help you support a young person (ages 10-20) with anorexia nervosa. It may improve your skills and confidence in caregiving.
ShanghaiAges 10–20 - NCT07716969Recruiting
Reducing time without treatment for psychosis
This trial tests a program to help people get treatment faster for psychosis. It is for patients who have started OPUS treatment within the last 9 months and may have a schizophrenia-related condition.
Copenhagen, DenmarkAges 18–35 - NCT07717723Recruiting
Support for caregivers of heart disease patients
This study tests a program to help caregivers of people with heart disease manage stress and challenges. It aims to support your mental health while caring for a loved one.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07686393RecruitingPhase 1
Pet scan study of brain chemical norepinephrine
This study uses a special PET scan to look at the brain chemical norepinephrine, which may be linked to mood and anxiety. It helps researchers understand how the brain works by taking detailed pictures.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–105 - NCT06659913Recruiting
Increasing physical activity for body and mind
This study is testing whether increasing physical activity can improve both your body and mind. It's for people who are currently not very active and want to see if moving more makes a difference.
TrondheimAges 12–17 - NCT07682064Recruiting
Group therapy for emotional disorders in adults
This trial tests a group therapy program for adults with emotional disorders like depression or anxiety. It is designed to help you manage difficult emotions and improve your well-being.
Logroño, La RiojaAges 18–65 - NCT07679204Recruiting
Personality and life satisfaction in bipolar and depression
This study looks at how personality traits and life satisfaction affect people with bipolar II disorder or major depression. You will fill out questionnaires about your feelings and daily life.
ElâzığAges 18 years+ - NCT07675538Enrolling by invitation
High intensity training for adults with ADHD
This trial tests whether high intensity exercise helps adults with ADHD. You'll participate in a supervised training program to see if it improves your symptoms.
BergenAges 18 years+ - NCT07673380RecruitingPhase 2
Mobile health for opioid recovery and mental health
This study uses a mobile health app to help Black and African American individuals recover from opioid or stimulant use and improve mental health. It aims to see if the app can support treatment and well-being.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07667738RecruitingPhase 2
Parent support program in Peru for parents of young children
This study tests a therapy program called CETA for parents in a specific area of Lima, Peru. It aims to help parents improve their mental health, which may also benefit their children ages 4 to 6.
LimaAges 18 years+ - NCT07658898Recruiting
Brain stimulation for negative and cognitive symptoms in schizophrenia
This study tests a new type of brain stimulation called temporal interference to see if it can help with negative symptoms (like lack of motivation or emotion) and cognitive symptoms (like trouble with memory or focus) in schizophrenia. It uses a special head device to target a specific brain area.
ShanghaiAges 18–65 - NCT06680011Recruiting
Study of diagnostic markers for neurosyphilis
This study looks for better ways to diagnose neurosyphilis, an infection that affects the brain and spinal cord. Researchers will compare test results from people with neurosyphilis, people with syphilis but no brain involvement, and healthy volunteers.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for mental health?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 701 recruiting mental health 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 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 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.