Clinical trials
Suicide clinical trials
Below are recruiting suicide clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 266 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07125144Recruiting
Suicide prevention program for Black middle school students in Chicago
This study tests a culturally tailored program to help prevent suicide among Black students in Chicago. It is designed to support 6th–8th graders at participating schools.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 11–15 - NCT07111052Enrolling by invitation
Lock and protect: reducing access to items used for suicide
This study tests a program to help families make the home safer by securing or removing items that could be used for self-harm. It is for teens (13–17) who came to the emergency room for suicidal thoughts, attempts, or self-injury without the intent to die, and their caregivers.
New York, New YorkAges 13–17 - 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+ - NCT05180344Recruiting
Personalized phone support for suicidal thoughts or actions
This study tests a personalized mobile (phone) program to help people who have had suicidal thoughts or actions in the past month. It aims to see if the approach is safe, acceptable, and possibly helpful in reducing risk and distress.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–26 - NCT06263712Recruiting
Can brief therapy after a suicide attempt help?
This study tests whether a short therapy program (ASSIP) can help reduce suicide risk by looking at how people think and feel after a suicide attempt. It may be a good fit if you've had a past attempt and are open to a brief, focused therapy.
BernAges 18 years+ - NCT05078970Recruiting
Teen suicide intervention study for high-risk times
This study tests a suicide intervention approach for teens who are having suicidal thoughts or behaviors and are currently in an emergency or hospital setting. It may help you and your care team better support teens during the most risky period.
Columbus, OhioAges 11–17 - NCT07810023Enrolling by invitation
Ketamine shot for suicidal distress in the emergency room
This study tests whether a single ketamine injection can quickly reduce suicidal thoughts in people waiting to be admitted to the psychiatric unit. Ketamine is a fast-acting medication that may help calm the mind during a crisis.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07661901Recruiting
Reward sensitivity app for teens with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests a smartphone-based program designed to help teens who have had recent thoughts of suicide. It aims to see if the app can reduce suicide risk by boosting sensitivity to rewards in daily life.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 13–17 - NCT05707975Recruiting
Support for teens with eco-anxiety and suicidal thoughts
This trial studies a program to help adolescents who feel eco-anxiety (distress about environmental issues) and may also be at risk for suicidal thoughts. It may help by testing an approach for teens during a hospital stay in child mental health care.
Bron, RhoneAges 12–16 - 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+ - NCT07188506Recruiting
Youth suicide risk: reducing risk factors in young people
This study looks at suicide risk factors in young people with mood disorders (like depression or bipolar disorder) and tests ways to reduce those risks. It may help if you are between 18 and 25, have a mood disorder, and can undergo an MRI.
Roma, RMAges 18–25 - NCT07132099Recruiting
Suicide prevention therapy for recent attempt survivors
This trial tests two talk therapies, ASSIP and ACT, to help people who have recently attempted suicide. It aims to find which approach better reduces future risk.
Eslamshahr, Tehran ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT06931639Recruiting
Suicide prevention therapy for teens
This trial tests a talking therapy designed to prevent suicide in teens. It helps young people and their caregivers work together after a recent suicide attempt.
HelsingborgAges 10–17 - NCT06831942Recruiting
Suicide prevention counseling for adults 65 and older
This study tests a short counseling program for older adults (65+) who have recently attempted suicide or had serious suicidal thoughts. The program is designed to help reduce the risk of future suicide attempts. It is offered alongside your regular mental health care.
BoråsAges 65 years+ - NCT06018285Recruiting
Reducing suicide risk in teens in primary care
This study tests a step-by-step approach to reduce suicide risk in teens who get primary care. It's designed to help teens and their families get the right support, from talking to a care manager to more intensive help if needed.
Akron, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT06476886Recruiting
Comparing two hospital units for teens in crisis
This trial tests a new way to help teenagers who are in a mental health crisis with suicidal thoughts. It compares two different hospital units to see which one works better for teens and their families.
Columbus, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT06460220Enrolling by invitation
Online support for parents of suicidal teens
This study tests an online course for parents of teenagers who have had suicidal thoughts, to help them better support their child. It is for families already getting care at a specific clinic at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Columbus, OhioAges 10–18 - NCT06353711Recruiting
Caring Connections youth suicide detection and support
This study looks at better ways to find and help youth who are thinking about suicide or hurting themselves, especially those who have had trouble getting mental health services. It uses a team approach to connect youth with care and support.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 13 years+ - NCT06151158Recruiting
Preventing suicide in high-risk youth after a crisis visit
This study tests a program to help teens and young adults who have had thoughts of suicide or made an attempt. The program provides extra support after they leave the hospital or treatment program to help keep them safe.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges 12–24 - NCT05638204Recruiting
Suicide crisis support after an attempt or crisis
This trial tests a structured intervention to help people after a suicidal crisis or suicide attempt. It may offer extra support and coping help during a high-risk time, and it also involves a close person when possible.
BeernemAges 18 years+ - NCT05437588Recruiting
Blood-based biomarkers for suicide risk in teens with depression
This study looks at tiny blood particles (exosomes) and specific microRNAs to see if they can signal suicide risk and predict treatment outcomes in adolescents. If you qualify, your blood may be used to help researchers find better ways to understand and track suicidality and depression treatment response.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 10–24 - NCT04572321Enrolling by invitation
Teen depression and suicide research study for youth
This study looks at depression and suicidal thoughts or behaviors in children and teens. It may help researchers better understand these risks and improve supports for young people.
Dallas, TexasAges 8–20 - NCT06370104Recruiting
Online therapy for recent suicidal thoughts or behavior
This study tests a remote therapy program for people who have had suicidal thoughts or behaviors in the past month. It aims to provide timely support without needing to see a therapist in person.
Amsterdam, South HollandAges 16 years+ - NCT07506460Recruiting
Support team with therapy for Black youth at risk of suicide
This trial tests whether adding a support team of trusted adults to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps Black youth who have recently had thoughts of suicide or a suicide attempt. You and a parent or guardian would be involved, and you would also name a support person (like a relative, coach, or mentor) to join the team.
Detroit, MichiganAges 12 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for suicide?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 266 recruiting suicide 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 suicide 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 suicide 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.