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
- NCT05696691RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Ketamine with a crisis plan for suicidal thoughts in the ER
This study tests whether ketamine plus a structured crisis-response plan can help reduce suicidal thoughts for adults admitted from the ER. It also aims to make care in the emergency setting more consistent and effective.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT05834660Recruiting
School suicide prevention support for teens and caregivers
This trial tests a support program used in participating schools to help teens who have suicide thoughts or have acted on them, with their caregiver’s involvement. It aims to improve safety and outcomes after the school notices the concern.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 11 years+ - NCT05450354Recruiting
Study of related mental conditions after a child suicide attempt
This study looks at how other mental and emotional problems show up in children after a serious suicide attempt, and compares them with children after a less severe attempt. It aims to better understand what needs support in the hospital and afterward.
ParisAges 9 years+ - NCT05539534Recruiting
Testing suicide-prevention training for professionals
This trial studies how a suicide-prevention training program for professionals works in real life. If you attend one of the specific trainings listed, your experience may help researchers understand what works to prevent suicide.
GhentAges Any age - NCT05609487Recruiting
Safety plan check to help prevent repeat suicide
This study tests a safety plan after a recent suicide attempt to see if it is safe and helpful at preventing another attempt. You would join a follow-up support program that helps coordinate care and encourages return home, usually within a short emergency visit.
Bron, AURAAges 18–65 - NCT04763343RecruitingPhase 3
Ketamine to help prevent repeat suicide attempts in youth
This Phase 3 study tests ketamine to reduce ongoing suicidal thoughts and help prevent another suicide attempt in youth after a recent attempt. It will compare ketamine treatment against standard care to see if it helps improve safety and reduce suicide risk.
Cleveland, OhioAges 14–30 - NCT04746261Recruiting
Suicide care support program after a recent attempt
This study tests a brief, structured support program (ASSIP) for adults who have recently had a suicide attempt. It may help people cope better and stay connected to care after discharge from psychiatric or primary care.
LundAges 18 years+ - NCT05227183Recruiting
VIGILANS support to prevent repeat suicidal behavior
This study tests a monitoring-and-support approach called VIGILANS to help prevent suicidal behaviors from returning. It focuses on whether people can stay safer with extra follow-up and restoring social connection after a recent suicide attempt (or not).
MontpellierAges 18–55 - NCT04994873Recruiting
Positivity skills program for youth in inpatient crisis
This trial tests a skills-based program meant to increase positive thinking and coping for people who are in the hospital because of suicide risk. It may help participants build more hopeful, supportive skills during and after a mental health crisis.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–60 - NCT03949556Recruiting
Online program to prevent suicidal thoughts in medical students
This trial tests an internet-based program meant to reduce suicidal thoughts in medical students during key training periods. If you join, you’ll be offered an online intervention and complete online assessments to see if it helps your mental well-being.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT03769259Enrolling by invitation
Therapy for recent suicidal thoughts or attempts
This study tests a brief counseling approach based on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people who are dealing with suicidal thoughts or a recent suicide attempt. It’s offered in outpatient care and aims to see whether this shorter therapy works for improving safety and coping.
Jacksonville, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04089254Recruiting
Teen suicide care alternatives after emergency room visit
This study tests an approach to help teens after they come to the emergency room for suicidal thoughts or behaviors. It aims to see whether the alternative treatment can better support teens who need extra care, beyond a basic check-in.
Glen Oaks, New YorkAges 12–18 - NCT03586895Recruiting
Support program for youth at risk of suicide
This trial tests an e-Connect service system program meant to improve how probation teams respond to youth who may be at risk for suicide. It may help by strengthening assessment, referrals, and follow-up so support reaches young people earlier.
New York, New YorkAges 10 years+ - NCT03646058RecruitingPhase 3
Add-on buprenorphine to ease suicidal thoughts in depression
This Phase 3 study tests whether adding buprenorphine to your usual pain-dose medicines can reduce severe suicidal thoughts during a major depressive episode. It may help people who are currently hospitalized or closely followed and have higher scores for both depression severity and suicidal thinking.
Bordeaux, FranceAges 18–65 - NCT04642157Recruiting
Online support to help prevent youth suicide
This study tests an online program that people can contact themselves when they have had suicidal thoughts. It aims to reduce risk by connecting you to help in a safe, structured way.
LilleAges 18–25 - NCT03136094Recruiting
Text-message study to prevent suicide risk
This study tests ways to detect and reduce suicide risk using text messages among American Indian and Alaska Native adults. If you’re found to be at risk and can safely participate, the study may connect you with helpful supports through mobile texting.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18–34 - NCT06454136Enrolling by invitation
App-based support for teens after a suicide attempt
This trial tests a mobile app designed to help teenagers who have recently been hospitalized after a suicide attempt or serious suicidal thoughts. The goal is to see if the app can provide extra support and reduce future suicide attempts.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 13–17 - 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+ - NCT00601939Recruiting
Group therapy sessions for suicidal women in abusive relationships
This study looks at whether empowerment-focused group sessions can help African-American women who are dealing with both abuse and recent suicidal thoughts or a suicide attempt. It aims to improve coping and support by offering structured group sessions through Grady Health System.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–64 - NCT04731519Recruiting
Group treatment to help Veterans after a recent suicidal crisis
This trial studies a “recovery-oriented” group therapy for Veterans who had a suicide attempt or started planning within the last year. It aims to help reduce risk and improve coping and recovery after a post-acute suicidal episode.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06400810Recruiting
Teen Suicide Risk Study
This study looks at what leads teenagers to think about or attempt suicide. If your teen is 13–17 and is currently in the ER or psychiatric unit for suicidal thoughts or an attempt, they may be able to join.
Portland, OregonAges 13–17 - NCT06358339Recruiting
A game-based app to lower suicide risk after leaving hospital
This trial tests a smartphone game designed to help people with mental health conditions stay safe after leaving the hospital. Participants will use the app with support from a family member or friend.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07119671Recruiting
Combined support for suicidal inpatients in crisis units
This study tests a new combined support program for people hospitalized after a suicide attempt. It aims to see if the program is practical and helpful for patients in psychiatric crisis units.
Bron, AURAAges 18 years+ - NCT07063914Recruiting
School-based suicide prevention programs for teens
This trial tests two different support programs for high school students who have been thinking about suicide. Depending on how severe your depression is, you will get one of two online programs to help reduce those thoughts and feel better.
Santiago, Las CondesAges 14–18
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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.