Clinical trials
Mental Health clinical trials
Below are recruiting mental health clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 700 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06682689Recruiting
Nerve stimulation study for new mothers' mental health
This study tests whether a gentle nerve stimulation device (tVNS) worn on the ear can help new mothers feel better emotionally after childbirth. It is for women whose babies had normal organ scans and who do not have certain medical conditions or current mood disorders.
Tübingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07649733Recruiting
Virtual Reality Wellness Program for Healthcare Workers
This study tests whether using virtual reality can help healthcare workers reduce stress and improve well-being. You would attend weekly sessions using a VR headset designed to help you relax.
Badalona, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07654569Recruiting
Mental health help for university students online
This study tests an online program to help university students feel better mentally. It uses a type of therapy called ACT to teach useful skills for handling stress and emotions.
Bologna, BOAges 18 years+ - NCT06197711Recruiting
PRISMA for mental health in pretrial detention
This study tests whether a program called PRISMA can help improve mental health for people in pretrial detention. It is designed for detainees in Zurich and Bern who speak one of nine languages and are not in immediate crisis.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT04980794Recruiting
Family conflict resolution program for two-caregiver families
This study tests a family conflict-resolution program to help reduce conflict and improve how families handle disagreements over time. It’s designed for families with two primary caregivers and a child age 4 to 17.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 4 years+ - 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 - NCT07637747Recruiting
Mental Health Decision Aids: Impact and Patient Experience
This study looks at how decision aids—tools that help you understand your treatment options—work in mental health care. Researchers want to learn if these tools help patients like you make better choices about your care.
OdenseAges 18 years+ - NCT07625345RecruitingPhase 1
Brain Imaging Study of PDE4B Using a Radioactive Tracer
This research study uses a special radioactive tracer and imaging machines (PET and MRI scans) to take pictures of a specific protein in your brain called PDE4B. This is an early-stage study to see if this imaging method works safely and can help us understand brain chemistry in the future.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–101 - NCT07627386Recruiting
Lifestyle Program for Older Spouses Caring for Partners
This study tests whether a lifestyle intervention program can help older adults who are caregivers for spouses with memory problems. The program focuses on improving diet, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement to support both the caregiver's health and their ability to provide care.
KuopioAges 65 years+ - NCT07615257Recruiting
Mindfulness and CBT for Psoriasis-Related Emotional Stress
This study tests whether a combination of mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)—talk-based techniques to manage thoughts and emotions—can help psoriasis patients feel less stressed and more compassionate toward themselves. Participants attend sessions over several weeks to learn these skills.
Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–75 - NCT07607145Recruiting
Improving Mental Health Care in VA Hospitals
This study helps VA hospital mental health workers and quality improvement staff test new ways to deliver care on inpatient mental health units. It focuses on making acute mental health care safer and more effective.
Hines, IllinoisAges 18–90 - NCT07605078Recruiting
How Household Mold Affects Your Health
This study looks at whether mold and toxins in your home are connected to physical and mental health problems. Researchers will analyze dust samples you've already tested to understand these links better.
Richmond, VirginiaAges Any age - NCT07610928Recruiting
Stress management and gentle movement for Asian Americans with depression
This study tests whether learning stress management and gentle movement (like Tai Chi or Qigong) can help Asian Americans with depression and physical symptoms. It may offer a way to feel better that you can do from home in online group sessions.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06713772Recruiting
Comparing skin closure methods in children after surgery
This study compares three ways to close a surgical wound in children (aged 18 or younger): skin glue, sticky tape, and stitches. The goal is to see which method works best for closing the wound quickly, looks good after healing, and keeps parents and children happiest.
Cheras, Kuala LumpurAges 1 day–18 years - NCT07592975Recruiting
Food with Fiber and B-Vitamins for Gut Health in Older Adults
This study tests whether adding special fibers (prebiotics) and B-vitamins to food can improve your gut bacteria, reduce inflammation, and support mental health. You'll eat fortified foods for several weeks while researchers track changes in your digestion and wellbeing.
Coleraine, County LondonderryAges 50 years+ - NCT06142032Recruiting
Virtual support groups in metaverse for Ukrainian refugees
This trial tests whether virtual support groups in the metaverse can help Ukrainian refugees feel connected and supported. If you are a Ukrainian refugee without a diagnosed mental disorder and not currently in treatment, you may be eligible.
BucharestAges 18–85 - NCT07579143Recruiting
VA mental health and chaplain teamwork for moral injury
This study tests whether having a VA mental health clinician and chaplain work together helps veterans with moral injury—feeling distressed after witnessing or being part of something they feel was wrong. You'll receive PTSD or substance use treatment with this added support.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18–80 - NCT07573839Recruiting
Predicting bipolar disorder relapse using voice and video analysis
This study uses artificial intelligence to analyze speech patterns and facial expressions from people with bipolar disorder to predict who might have a relapse. If successful, it could help doctors identify warning signs earlier and prevent episodes before they happen.
ShanghaiAges 18–64 - NCT07573085Recruiting
Online emotion regulation therapy for adolescents who self-injure
This trial tests an online therapy program designed to help teenagers aged 13–17 who have hurt themselves learn better ways to manage difficult emotions. A parent or caregiver will also participate in the program to provide support.
StockholmAges 13–17 - NCT07566468Recruiting
Brain rhythm study for youth with ADHD or OCD
This study uses MRI and EEG to understand brain activity related to attention and impulse control in teens with ADHD or OCD. It may help researchers develop better treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 10–17 - NCT06732128Recruiting
Nature virtual reality for depression in Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests whether a virtual reality nature experience can help improve mood in people with early-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. Participants will use a VR headset and a few apps at home, with a caregiver present, over several sessions.
Toronto, OntarioAges 50 years+ - NCT07557368Recruiting
Gamified games to help with thinking and recovery in schizophrenia
This study tests whether playing structured games on a phone or tablet can help people with schizophrenia improve their thinking skills, memory, and social confidence while in the hospital. The games are designed to be engaging and therapeutic.
ShanghaiAges 18–45 - NCT07557381Recruiting
Game-Based Brain Training for Schizophrenia
This study tests whether playing games on a smartphone or tablet can help improve memory, attention, and thinking skills in people with schizophrenia. Researchers will track how the game-based training affects cognitive abilities over time.
ShanghaiAges 18–45
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for mental health?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 700 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.