Clinical trials
Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors clinical trials
Below are recruiting suicidal thoughts and behaviors clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 21 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06776328Recruiting
Co-creating tools for youth with suicidal thoughts
This study aims to develop tools together with children and teenagers who have had suicidal thoughts. The goal is to create better support options for young people.
GhentAges 10–18 - NCT07021404Recruiting
Suicide attempts and thoughts in Flanders
This study looks at how many people come to the emergency department in Flanders after a suicide attempt or with suicidal thoughts. It aims to understand the patterns of these events to help improve care and prevention.
AalstAges 12 years+ - NCT07294079Recruiting
Social connections and suicide risk in teen girls
This study looks at how social relationships and threats affect suicidal thoughts and behaviors in adolescent girls. It uses iPhone surveys and tasks to understand these links.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12–17 - NCT07259408Recruiting
Tools for people in prison with suicidal thoughts
This study asks professionals and people in prison to help create new tools for managing suicidal thoughts. It's a chance to share your experience and help improve care.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 18 years+ - NCT06809348Recruiting
Personalized suicide prevention study for adults
This study is testing a new, personalized program to help people who are having current suicidal thoughts. It uses data about you to create a suicide prevention plan that fits your life.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06882798Recruiting
New support program for Latinx teens with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a new support program for Latinx teens who have had serious thoughts about suicide or a suicide crisis in the past year. It involves working with both you and your family to find ways to help you feel safer and more supported.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 12–18 - NCT06967545Recruiting
Smartphone program to help with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests a smartphone-based program designed to help people who have frequent suicidal thoughts. It aims to provide support through your phone, so you can get help when you need it.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06803329Recruiting
Social connection program to prevent suicide in LGBTQ+ veterans
This study tests a program called Qnnections designed to help LGBTQ+ and other minority veterans feel more connected and reduce suicide risk. It is for veterans who have had recent suicidal thoughts or behaviors and are already working with a mental health provider.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07222306Enrolling by invitation
Cannabis, brain inflammation, and suicidal thoughts brain imaging study
This study uses brain scans to see how cannabis affects inflammation and suicidal thoughts. You may join if you're already in a related study and can safely undergo MRI and PET scans.
Detroit, MichiganAges 19–69 - NCT05796531Recruiting
Reduce self-harm urges after hospital stay using new skills
This trial tests a learning-based therapy (called therapeutic evaluative conditioning) to reduce adolescents’ thoughts and behaviors related to self-injury during and after a psychiatric inpatient hospital stay. It may help some teens feel less pulled toward self-harm after leaving the hospital.
Brighton, MassachusettsAges 12–19 - NCT06227169Enrolling by invitation
From court to community: a trial for youth providers
This trial trains providers who work with justice-involved youth in a new approach called COPES. It aims to see if this training helps improve services for young people in the community.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06315075Recruiting
Dialectical behavior therapy for teens with self-harm
This trial tests a therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for teenagers who have hurt themselves or had suicidal thoughts in the last six months. The goal is to see if DBT helps reduce self-harm and suicidal feelings.
Bergen, BergenAges 13–18 - NCT06701006Recruiting
Suicide safety support for teens and young adults
This study tests a program to help young people who have thoughts about suicide but no immediate plan. It uses support and safety planning to keep them safe at home.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 13–21 - NCT07346638Recruiting
Trauma therapy for women with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests a group therapy program called BEAR for women who have experienced trauma and are currently having suicidal thoughts. The program aims to help reduce distress and improve coping.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07321171Recruiting
Stepped care for children and teens with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a stepped-care program for young people who are having suicidal thoughts or have made a suicide attempt. The goal is to see if this type of care helps reduce those feelings and behaviors.
Petah TikvaAges 6–18 - NCT07339189Recruiting
AI Suicide Prevention for Older Adults With HIV
This trial tests a smartphone-based AI program designed to help people with HIV who have had suicidal thoughts. It aims to reduce suicide risk by teaching coping skills through text-based conversations.
Newark, New JerseyAges 50 years+ - NCT06191484Recruiting
Suicide risk study for older adults after spouse loss
This study looks at why some older adults have thoughts of suicide after losing a spouse or partner. It aims to find ways to support those at highest risk.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 65 years+ - NCT07193901RecruitingPhase 2
Nasal spray for depression with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests an experimental nasal spray for people with major depression who are currently having suicidal thoughts. It aims to see if the spray can quickly reduce depression and suicidal feelings.
BeijingAges 18–64 - NCT07211373Enrolling by invitation
Suicide prevention study for college students
This study tests a technology-based program to help undergraduate students who have recently had suicidal thoughts or behaviors. It aims to find better ways to support students in distress.
Amherst, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05748730Recruiting
Care team support program for teens at risk of depression
This study tests an “integrated care” program that supports teens who are dealing with depression symptoms or recent suicidal thoughts. It also involves a parent or caregiver to help improve support at home and connect teens to the right help.
Gibbsboro, New JerseyAges 12–18 - NCT07214233Recruiting
Youth empowerment and safety study for LGBTQ+ teens
This trial tests a program to help sexual and gender minority youth (ages 12-17) who have been involved with systems like juvenile justice or mental health services and have had thoughts of self-harm. It includes a caregiver to support the teen.
Cleveland, OhioAges 12–17
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Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors trials by state
Studies with a site anywhere in these states.
Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for suicidal thoughts and behaviors?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 21 recruiting suicidal thoughts and behaviors 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 suicidal thoughts and behaviors 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 suicidal thoughts and behaviors 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.