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
- NCT07554755Recruiting
Transcranial Stimulation for Teen Depression with Self-Injury
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment (TIS) for teenagers aged 12–22 with depression who injure themselves without wanting to die. The goal is to reduce depression symptoms and self-injury urges.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 12–22 - NCT05728138Recruiting
Talk therapy trial for suicidal thoughts in early psychosis
This study tests a psychosocial (talk-based) intervention for people with early psychosis who are having thoughts about death or being better off dead. It aims to see if the approach is safe and workable, and whether it can help reduce suicidal thinking.
Karachi, SindhAges 18 years+ - NCT07506525Recruiting
Flourish in Schools pilot study
This study tests a program called Flourish that uses text messages to help students who have experienced cyberbullying and may be feeling distressed or having thoughts of suicide. It aims to see if the program is helpful for teens and young adults.
Bay Village, OhioAges 11–21 - NCT07488559Recruiting
Engage coaching for older adults feeling lonely
This trial tests a coaching program to help older adults who feel lonely. It aims to see if the program can improve social connections and well-being.
Rochester, New YorkAges 60 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+ - 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+ - NCT07438912Recruiting
Mind After Midnight: A study on late-night thinking and suicide risk
This study looks at how thinking changes late at night in people who have had suicidal thoughts in the past 6 months. The goal is to understand risk and find better ways to help.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18–55 - 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+ - NCT07409584Recruiting
Mental health in glioblastoma patients
This study looks at mental health and suicidal thoughts in people with glioblastoma after they finish radiotherapy. Understanding these factors can help improve support and care for patients.
BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT07365579Recruiting
Test of a text messaging safety plan for young adults
This study explores whether a text-message-based safety planning tool can help young adults who have had recent thoughts of suicide. It aims to see if using simple text messages for support is practical and helpful.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–24 - 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+ - 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+ - NCT07318090Enrolling by invitation
Grief therapy for families after a parent's suicide
This study tests a therapy called Prolonged Grief Treatment (PGT) for children ages 8–14 and their parents after a parent's suicide. It aims to help families work through intense grief that hasn't eased with time.
New York, New YorkAges 8 years+ - NCT07305701Recruiting
Study on Medical Students' Mental Health
This study follows first-year health students at the University of Orléans to understand their mental health over time. It aims to find ways to support students' well-being during their studies.
Orléans, LoiretAges 18 years+ - NCT07286955Recruiting
Soldier health study for active duty at Fort Hood
This study is for active-duty soldiers at Fort Hood (now Fort Cavazos) who want to take part in a program aimed at improving their well-being and readiness. The goal is to see if the program helps soldiers feel better and perform better.
Fort Hood, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07281729Enrolling by invitation
Suicide risk factors study for mood disorders
This study looks at why some people with mood disorders (like depression or bipolar disorder) think about or attempt suicide. By finding the risk factors, doctors hope to better prevent suicide. The study involves filling out questionnaires.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 16–60 - 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 - 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 - NCT07217444Recruiting
Deep TMS for depression in teens
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) can help teens with moderate to severe depression feel better. It involves wearing a special magnetic coil on the head during several sessions.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 14–18 - NCT01334476Recruiting
Using a local research database from past studies
This trial uses a research database made from people who have already participated in VISN 19 MIRECC studies. It may help researchers learn from past information to improve future care for patients served by the Denver VA.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT02443636Recruiting
Join a depression and mental health research registry in Atlantic Canada
This trial is a “registry,” meaning you can share your health information to help researchers study depression and other mental health needs in Atlantic Canada. Being part of the registry may help researchers understand patterns and improve future support and treatments.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges Any age - NCT07096271Recruiting
Relationship education for military couples
This study tests a relationship education program designed for military couples. It aims to help couples strengthen their bond and improve communication through a retreat.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07078227Recruiting
Long-term depression follow-up study
This study follows up with people who took part in an earlier research project on depression and genetics. The goal is to see how depression changes over time.
LundAges 18 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.