Clinical trials
Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders clinical trials
Below are recruiting schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 89 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05704582Recruiting
Avatar vs supportive sessions to cut cannabis use
This study compares two types of talking/learning sessions—one using an “avatar” (computer-based character) and one using regular supportive sessions—to reduce cannabis use. It is meant for adults with psychotic disorders who also meet criteria for cannabis use disorder.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06005766Recruiting
Metacognitive skills training in forensic psychiatric care
This study tests if a specialized training program can help people with psychosis (like schizophrenia) who are in forensic psychiatric care. The training focuses on improving how you think about your own thoughts, which may help you manage symptoms better.
VaasaAges 18 years+ - NCT07713849Recruiting
Transition care for recent psychosis
This study tests a program to help people recently diagnosed with psychosis (within the last two years) transition from hospital to community care. If you have a psychotic disorder and a caregiver involved in your discharge planning, this could help you.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–40 - NCT07645443Recruiting
Mindfulness group therapy for young adults with early psychosis
This study tests whether a mindfulness-based group therapy program helps young adults who have recently experienced their first psychotic episode. You would participate in group sessions alongside your regular treatment to see if mindfulness can improve how you feel.
Mannheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 16–35 - NCT05982158Recruiting
Talking to an Avatar vs. Talk Therapy for Hearing Voices
This trial compares a new therapy where you talk to a computer avatar that represents the voice you hear, with standard cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help reduce the distress from hearing voices. You must have been hearing voices for at least a year, and they should be upsetting or negative.
Hawthorn, VictoriaAges 18 years+ - NCT07509125Recruiting
Ultra-high resolution PET brain scans for aging, dementia, and psychosis
This study uses a new ultra-high resolution PET scanner to look at brain changes in healthy aging, dementia, ALS, movement disorders, and psychosis. It aims to better understand these conditions and improve imaging techniques.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18–90 - NCT07455929Recruiting
Yoga group therapy for schizophrenia
This trial tests whether a yoga-based group program can help people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders feel better. It's designed for outpatients who are stable enough to participate in group therapy.
BerlinAges 18–65 - NCT04414215Recruiting
Emotion-focused brain training for schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder
This study tests a structured cognitive (thinking/skill) training program aimed at improving how people manage emotions. It may help by teaching emotion regulation skills alongside existing care.
Athens, GeorgiaAges 18–60 - NCT07427810Recruiting
Follow-up study on teens with autism
This study is a follow-up for people who took part in an earlier research project. The researchers want to see how psychiatric conditions and daily functioning have changed over time.
Karlstad, Värmland CountyAges 20–35 - NCT07395206Recruiting
Kiso Mind App for schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder
This study tests the Kiso Mind app, a smartphone app designed to help people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder manage their symptoms. It looks at whether the app is easy to use and helpful for daily life.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–65 - NCT04730518Recruiting
Group yoga program for people with schizophrenia-spectrum disorders
This trial studies whether a structured group yoga program can help people who are currently receiving care for schizophrenia-spectrum disorders. It focuses on patients with low-to-moderate current psychosis and aims to add a supportive therapy alongside usual treatment.
Steglitz, State of BerlinAges 18–90 - NCT07360665Recruiting
Exercise program for people with psychosis on injectable meds
This trial tests a personalized exercise program for people with psychosis who take long-acting injectable antipsychotics. The goal is to see if regular physical activity can improve overall health and well-being.
Vila RealAges 18 years+ - NCT07263022RecruitingPhase 3
Cognitive Training for Early Psychosis Study
This study tests whether a cognitive training program can help young adults with recent psychosis improve their thinking and memory skills. It involves brain scans and cognitive exercises.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–35 - NCT07242586Recruiting
Trauma therapy for people with psychosis and PTSD
This study tests a trauma-focused treatment for people who have both a psychotic disorder (like schizophrenia) and significant post-traumatic stress symptoms. If you are over 18, receive care from early intervention services, and have PTSD symptoms, this treatment may help you process traumatic experiences.
Copenhagen, DenmarkAges 18–35 - NCT07098169Recruiting
Testing a program to improve self-awareness for schizophrenia
This trial tests a program called iTEST that helps people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder improve how accurately they understand their own thoughts. The program combines device use with feedback from a clinician or loved one to support better self-awareness.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07010614Recruiting
Brain stimulation for memory in schizophrenia
This trial uses brain stimulation to target memory areas in people with schizophrenia or related conditions. It aims to see if this can help improve symptoms.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06939088RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for alcohol reduction in schizophrenia
This trial tests if tirzepatide, a once-weekly injection, can help reduce heavy drinking in people who have both schizophrenia and alcohol use disorder. If you struggle with alcohol and have stable schizophrenia, this study may offer a new treatment option.
Aalborg, DenmarkAges 18–70 - NCT06911931Recruiting
Visual perception study in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
This study looks at how people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder see the world. By comparing their visual perception to people without these conditions, researchers hope to learn more about how the brain processes what we see.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06792175Enrolling by invitation
Using speech to detect mental health conditions
This study uses a computer program to listen to your speech and see if it can help detect mental health or neurodevelopmental conditions. It may help find new ways to diagnose conditions like ADHD, anxiety, depression, and others earlier.
Brookline, MassachusettsAges 13–60 - NCT06758414Recruiting
CBT for chronic pain in veterans with serious mental illness
This trial tests a type of talk therapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain, designed for veterans with serious mental illness. It aims to help you manage back pain and improve your quality of life.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06740383Recruiting
Study of early psychosis and treatments
This study looks at people who have had psychosis for less than 4 years to understand how their symptoms change over time and how they respond to treatment. By using brain scans and other tests, researchers hope to find better ways to personalize care for early psychosis.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–40 - NCT06673966Recruiting
Schizophrenia brain and immune health study
This study looks at how immune system health relates to brain changes in people with schizophrenia. It uses brain imaging and electrical activity tests to understand these connections.
Changsha, HunanAges Any age - NCT05731414Recruiting
Testing behavior programs to improve outcomes in schizophrenia
This study looks at how a behavioral program (including remediation and behavior-based techniques) may improve outcomes for adults with schizophrenia-spectrum conditions. You may be eligible if you meet basic age/language needs and haven’t done certain therapies recently.
Scarborough Village, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT06581302Recruiting
Magnetic seizure therapy for psychotic disorders
This trial tests magnetic seizure therapy (MST) as a treatment for people with schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders. It aims to see if MST can help reduce symptoms like hallucinations or delusions.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–55
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 89 recruiting schizophrenia and other psychotic 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 schizophrenia and other psychotic 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 schizophrenia and other psychotic 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.
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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.