Clinical trials
Suicide clinical trials
Below are recruiting suicide 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
- NCT05541926Recruiting
Scaling up e-Connect in Juvenile Probation
This trial tests a program called e-Connect that helps connect youth on probation to mental health services. It aims to see if expanding this program improves outcomes for teens and the staff who work with them.
New York, New YorkAges 10 years+ - NCT07475039Recruiting
Friendly phone calls to support older adults
This study tests whether a program of friendly phone calls from trained volunteers can help older adults feel more connected and supported. If you are 65 or older and already receive home-delivered meals or other services, you may be able to join.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 55 years+ - NCT06660199Recruiting
Text Support for Parents of Teens After a Suicidal Crisis
This study tests a text-message program to support parents of teens who come to the ER after suicidal thoughts or attempts. The goal is to see if the program helps parents and teens after they go home.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 13 years+ - NCT06463054Recruiting
Testing a program to reduce suicide risk in mothers and children
This study looks at how a mother's history of suicidal behavior might affect her child's emotional health. It tests a program designed to help both mothers and children build stronger coping skills together.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT07420205RecruitingPhase 2
Sleep health study for U.S. Marines
This study looks at the sleep health of active-duty U.S. Marines. If you join, researchers will check your sleep patterns and may offer ways to improve your rest.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06778278Recruiting
Virtual support program for newly separated veterans
This study tests a virtual group program called THRiVE designed to help veterans and service members adjust to civilian life after separation from the military. It aims to improve transition health and resilience through shared experiences.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06576076Recruiting
Cannabis, emotions, and risk study for teens
This study explores how daily cannabis use affects emotions and risk behaviors in teenagers. You'll answer quick surveys on your phone and wear a Fitbit for up to 3 months.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–18 - NCT07350161Recruiting
Helping young children's caregivers spot suicide risk
This study tests a new way for therapists to ask caregivers about signs of suicide risk in children ages 4-7. It aims to make these conversations easier and more helpful.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07286955Recruiting
Life skills training for new soldiers
This trial tests a program to teach life skills to soldiers who have just arrived at their first duty station. It may help you adjust to military life and learn useful skills.
Fort Hood, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07278752Enrolling by invitation
Social media and emotions in teens study
This study looks at how social media affects teenagers' emotions and daily experiences. Participants will use a smartphone app to track their feelings and social media use over time.
Dallas, TexasAges 13–18 - 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+ - NCT05639426Enrolling by invitation
Preventing youth violence through fair, supportive school communities
This study works with participating schools to help prevent youth violence by improving community support and fairness. You may be able to join if you attend a participating school and can understand and agree to take part.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 10–99 - 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 - NCT07092345Recruiting
Helping youth connect to community care after an ER visit
This study tests a program to help youth who come to the emergency room for suicidal thoughts or self-harm. It aims to connect them and their families with support services in the community after they leave the hospital.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 8–17 - NCT06835985Enrolling by invitation
Social media help for teens bullied online
This study tests a social media program to help teens who have been bullied online and feel depressed. It aims to see if the program can reduce their sadness and help them cope better.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–18 - NCT06558409Recruiting
Safer Still: Firearm Safety for Families
This study helps parents of teens in mental health crisis make homes safer by addressing firearm storage. You'll get support tailored to your situation.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–90 - NCT06704958Recruiting
Using a smartphone app to help young adults with suicide concerns
This study tests a smartphone-based tool to help young adults who are having suicidal thoughts or behaviors. The goal is to find better ways to support safety and well-being through real-time check-ins.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 16–30 - NCT07356492Recruiting
Support program for transitioning service members at moderate suicide risk
This study tests a program to help service members who are at moderate risk for suicide as they transition from military to civilian life.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06639477Recruiting
Mood and sleep improvement study for older adults
This study tests whether adding a sleep treatment to regular depression medication can improve both mood and sleep in adults aged 55 and older. It may help if you have ongoing depression, sleep problems, and are already taking antidepressant medication.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 55 years+ - NCT04797455Recruiting
Parent program for teens in inpatient mental health care
This study tests an intervention (a structured parent-focused program) for parents of teens who are currently hospitalized for suicidal thoughts or a suicide attempt. It may help families learn ways to support their teen during and after hospitalization.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 12–85 - NCT06540300Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for non-suicidal self-injury
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can help reduce self-harm urges and behaviors. It is for people who have non-suicidal self-injury (when you hurt yourself on purpose without wanting to die).
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 10–55 - NCT07527052Recruiting
Teen Mental Health and Social Media Study
This study looks at how social media might help teens who have thoughts about hurting themselves feel better. Researchers will ask you questions online and track how you're doing over time.
Miami, FloridaAges 12–17 - NCT07460947RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
One-day TMS and medicine for suicidal thoughts in BPD
This trial tests if a single day of accelerated transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) combined with the medication D-cycloserine can reduce suicidal thoughts in people with borderline personality disorder (BPD). It aims to find a fast-acting treatment option for those who are struggling.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07730307Recruiting
Study on sharing suicidal thoughts and getting support
This study looks at how people share their experiences with suicidal thoughts or severe depression and what happens when they seek support. It aims to help understand the risks and benefits of talking about these struggles.
Mpunde, Buyende DistrictAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for suicide?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 271 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.