Clinical trials
Stress, Psychological clinical trials
Below are recruiting stress, psychological clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 103 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07217925Recruiting
Neurofeedback for people with OCD and PTSD symptoms
This study tests whether a brain training technique called neurofeedback can improve well-being in people who have both OCD and post-traumatic stress symptoms. It is for adults on a therapy waiting list who do not have other serious untreated conditions.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18–90 - NCT07634445Recruiting
Breathing exercises to reduce anxiety in mothers of NICU babies
This study tests whether simple breathing exercises done before breastfeeding can help reduce stress and anxiety in mothers whose babies are in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The goal is to improve both the mother's well-being and the baby's stress levels.
Elâzığ, ElâzığAges 18 years+ - NCT07209306Recruiting
Psychological help for migrants in Italy: The ADVANCE trial
This trial tests two WHO-designed psychological programs (called SH+ and DWM) to help migrants in Italy cope with stress, anxiety, and depression. You will be randomly assigned to one of the programs to see if they improve your mental health and well-being.
Verona, ItalyAges 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+ - NCT07541027Recruiting
Mindfulness Training for Hotel Workers
This study teaches hotel staff a 6-week mindfulness course—a practice that helps reduce stress and improve focus through meditation and awareness techniques. Researchers want to see if mindfulness helps workers feel calmer and more resilient on the job.
Hong KongAges 18–18 - NCT06908447Recruiting
Cold water and decision-making study
This trial tests whether taking a cold shower or swim affects how you make decisions. You'll be exposed to cold water and then complete decision-making tasks.
NuthetalAges 18–40 - NCT06522243Recruiting
Mindful parenting for parents of teens with special needs
This trial explores a mindful parenting program designed for parents or caregivers of teenagers with special educational needs. It aims to help reduce stress and improve family relationships.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06549777Recruiting
Body-focused therapy for childhood trauma survivors
This trial tests a therapy that uses body awareness and movement to help adults who experienced child maltreatment and have trauma-related symptoms. It may help you feel safer and more connected.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 18–100 - NCT06678347Recruiting
Leadership program for healthcare managers
This trial tests a program to help first-line managers in hospitals lead better and support their teams. It may benefit managers and their employees by improving work recovery and well-being.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06706323Recruiting
Depression after heart surgery study
This study looks at depressive symptoms in people who have had heart bypass surgery. It aims to understand how patients feel emotionally after surgery and may help improve care.
ZurichAges 18–90 - NCT06952933Recruiting
Trauma and resilience in adults with congenital heart disease
This study surveys adults with congenital heart disease to understand how psychological trauma and resilience affect their health. You would complete online questionnaires about your experiences and coping.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06454344Recruiting
Sleep and childhood experiences study in young adults
This study looks at how sleep is affected by tough childhood experiences. It tests whether changing sleep patterns can help young adults who have had these experiences and currently have poor sleep.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–29 - NCT05436106Recruiting
Reducing stress with a behavioral program for Black gender minority women
This trial tests a behavior-based program meant to help lower stress. It is designed for Black gender minority women who were assigned male at birth.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–99 - NCT07455370Enrolling by invitation
Moral distress and stress study for nurses
This study looks at how work-related stress and moral challenges affect nurses. It aims to understand and improve support for nursing staff.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT07152652Recruiting
Stress and therapy study for university students
This study looks at how stress affects your body and mind, and how therapy can help. It is for students at the University of Helsinki.
Helsinki, UusimaaAges 1.5 years+ - NCT06979089Recruiting
Stress relief program for Dutch SMEs
This trial tests an online stress-management program for employees in small to medium-sized businesses in the Netherlands. It aims to help people with high stress levels feel better and cope more effectively.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT07639697Recruiting
Stress Training via Phone for Young Adults
This study tests a phone-based program to help young adults (ages 18–30) manage stress. You'll use a smartphone app and wear a small monitor for 14 days to see if guided training can help you feel better.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–30 - NCT07865052Recruiting
Psychological support before complex stomach or intestinal surgery
This study tests whether a psychological program before major abdominal surgery can help reduce distress and improve recovery. Participants will receive extra mental health support to prepare for their operation.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04713722Recruiting
Study of early stress and depression using brain imaging
This study looks at how early life stress may be linked to depression, using brain scans. You’ll be asked about your history and asked to do brain imaging to help researchers understand these brain and mood changes.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 20–32 - NCT06538246Recruiting
Coping skills training for heart and lung failure survivors
This study tests a coping skills training program to help people who recently survived a serious heart or lung problem feel less anxious, depressed, or stressed. If you were in the ICU and now feel distressed at home, you may be able to join.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06916429Recruiting
Talking therapy study for common mental health issues
This trial tests if different types of talking therapy work well for people with common mental health problems like anxiety or depression. It’s designed to help find which treatment might be best for you.
Copenhagen, Central RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06141902Enrolling by invitation
Herbal tea for stem cell donor well-being
This study tests whether a special herbal tea (Jing Si Herbal Drink) can help people who donate stem cells feel better physically and emotionally. It is for healthy stem cell donors who are willing to drink the tea as part of the study.
Hualien CityAges 20–55 - NCT07707453Recruiting
Studying work and well-being of internal medicine residents
This study follows resident doctors in general internal medicine over time to understand their professional and personal experiences, including stress and career growth. It aims to improve support for doctors in training.
BernAges Any age - NCT06868303Recruiting
Mental wellness hubs for young people in Hong Kong
This trial studies whether mental wellness youth hubs help young people feel better. You will be part of either a hub user group, a community group, or an eClinic group to see how the services affect your well-being.
Hong KongAges 12–24
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stress, psychological?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 103 recruiting stress, psychological 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 stress, psychological 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 stress, psychological 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.