Clinical trials
Suicidality clinical trials
Below are recruiting suicidality clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 271 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06002191Recruiting
A text-based safety program for teens bullied online
This study tests a texting program called imHere4U to help teens who have been cyberbullied and feel distressed or think about suicide. The program aims to provide support and reduce suicide risk.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12–17 - NCT05793541Recruiting
Just-after-discharge support for people with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a “right when you need it” phone-based support program to help lower short-term suicide risk after you leave the hospital. If you recently had suicidal thoughts during your inpatient stay, you may be offered brief, timely interventions after discharge.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07152925Recruiting
Brain stimulation for impulse control in teens with self-injury
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp can improve impulse control in adolescents who harm themselves without wanting to die. The goal is to see if this non-invasive treatment can help reduce self-injury urges.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 12–22 - NCT06223867Recruiting
Jaspr Health app for suicide prevention in the emergency department
This trial tests whether using the Jaspr Health app in the emergency department helps people who are having thoughts of suicide or have recently attempted suicide. The app is designed to provide support and coping strategies.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06311591Enrolling by invitation
Jaspr Health for suicide risk in the emergency department
This study tests a program called Jaspr Health, which is designed to help people who are at risk for suicide. If you are in the emergency department, Jaspr may give you tools and support to help you feel safer.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07554729Recruiting
Understanding Suicide Attempts and Recovery in Spain
This study follows people who have attempted suicide to better understand what leads to these attempts and how to help prevent them in the future. Researchers will track participants over time to identify patterns and risk factors.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 12 years+ - NCT06127056Recruiting
Brain stimulation for teens who hurt themselves
This trial tests whether a gentle, non-invasive form of brain stimulation called HD-tACS can help teens who hurt themselves without meaning to die. The stimulation uses electrodes on the scalp to aim electrical signals at specific brain areas, and it is given over several sessions to see if it reduces the urge to self-harm.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 12–18 - NCT07486804Recruiting
Brain stimulation to help teens who self-injure
This study tests if a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique (like wearing a special cap) can help teenagers who hurt themselves on purpose. It compares two types of stimulation to see which one reduces the urge to self-injure.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 12–22 - NCT06770101Recruiting
Suicide prevention program for teens with HIV
This study tests a counseling program for teens with HIV who have had suicidal thoughts or behaviors. The goal is to see if the program is helpful and can be offered at local clinics.
LilongweAges 13–19 - NCT07469917Recruiting
Suicide prevention safety planning in psychiatric care
This trial tests a safety planning tool to help people in psychiatric emergency or hospital care who are having suicidal thoughts or a recent attempt. It aims to support you in staying safe after you leave.
Helsingborg, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07422090Recruiting
Preventing suicide with digital and genetic tools
This trial uses smartphone data and genetic testing to help prevent future suicide attempts. It aims to find personalized ways to support people who have already had a suicide attempt.
Madrid, MadridAges 12 years+ - NCT06499740Recruiting
Supporting teens with suicidal thoughts in primary care
This study tests a short, supportive conversation for teens with suicidal thoughts that happens in their regular doctor's office. It aims to help teens and their families get the right care without needing a hospital stay.
Centralia, WashingtonAges 10 years+ - NCT06576453Recruiting
Parenting program to prevent suicide risk in kids
This trial tests a 4-session program that teaches parents how to help prevent suicide risk in their children. It might help you feel more confident supporting your child.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT05847504Enrolling by invitation
Phone-based skills training for suicide risk related to alcohol
This study tests a skills-training program delivered with a smartphone to help reduce suicidal thoughts or crises in people who have been drinking heavily. It focuses on people who were recently hospitalized for a suicide crisis and who also have hazardous alcohol use.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 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 - 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+ - NCT06808503Recruiting
Mental Health Program in Appalachian School-Based Health Clinics
This study looks at a mental health care program offered in school-based health clinics in rural Appalachian areas. Your child and family may be able to join if your child gets care at one of these clinics.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges 12–17 - NCT06506344Recruiting
Suicide prevention screening for people leaving jail
This study looks at a new way to connect people leaving jail with suicide prevention services. It tests whether better coordination between health systems and jails can help reduce suicide risk.
Detroit, MichiganAges 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 - NCT06547008RecruitingPhase 1
Suicide prevention training for army leaders
This study tests a suicide prevention training program for unit leaders and chaplains in the Connecticut Army National Guard. It aims to see if the training helps them better support soldiers in need.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges Any age - NCT07120477RecruitingPhase 4
Esketamine vs crisis planning vs usual care for suicide prevention
This trial compares three approaches to help people who recently tried to kill themselves or have strong suicidal thoughts: a nasal spray called esketamine, a personalized crisis response plan, or the best standard care available. It aims to find which method works best for preventing future suicide attempts.
Indaiatuba, São PauloAges 14 years+ - NCT06858540Recruiting
Blended therapy for teens who self-harm
This trial tests a type of talk therapy to help teens who have hurt themselves on purpose (non-suicidal self-injury). It mixes in-person sessions with online tools to teach better coping skills and reduce self-harm.
Changsha, HunanAges 12–17 - NCT07080736Recruiting
Online suicide prevention training for prison staff
This trial tests an online course (e-learning) to help professionals working in prisons learn how to prevent suicide. The goal is to see if the training improves knowledge and skills for supporting people at risk.
GhentAges 18 years+ - NCT06593379Recruiting
Mobile app study for veterans with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a mobile app designed to help veterans who are having suicidal thoughts but don't have an immediate plan to hurt themselves. The goal is to see if the app can reduce these thoughts and provide support between therapy sessions.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for suicidality?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 271 recruiting suicidality 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 suicidality 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 suicidality 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.