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
- NCT06720753Recruiting
Skill use study for teens who self-injure
This study uses a smartphone app to track how teens cope with distress in real time. It aims to understand what helps reduce self-injury and suicidal thoughts, so better support can be offered.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 13–18 - NCT06381180RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cannabis for Veterans with PTSD
This study is testing whether cannabis can help veterans with PTSD feel better. It is for veterans who have used cannabis before and currently have PTSD symptoms.
Detroit, MichiganAges 19–69 - NCT06203899Recruiting
Depression and suicide prevention for teens in special schools
This study tests a program to prevent depression and suicide in teens at special schools. It helps if you've had some symptoms but aren't already getting treatment.
Boekel, Noordoost BrabantAges 12–18 - NCT06034821Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
ECT vs. ketamine for suicidal depression in adults
This trial compares two treatments—ECT (electroconvulsive therapy, which uses electrical stimulation) and ketamine (a medicine given as a shot)—to see which works better for quickly reducing suicidal depression. It is for adults who are in a severe depressive episode with active suicidal thoughts.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–90 - NCT05748730Recruiting
Care team support program for teens at risk of depression
This study tests an “integrated care” program that supports teens who are dealing with depression symptoms or recent suicidal thoughts. It also involves a parent or caregiver to help improve support at home and connect teens to the right help.
Gibbsboro, New JerseyAges 12–18 - 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+ - NCT05525676Recruiting
Couple check-ins to help reduce suicide risk
This study tests whether scheduled relationship check-ins for couples can lower mental distress and suicide risk for at least one partner. It focuses on couples where someone is a Veteran and has positive screening signs like low mood, post-traumatic stress, unsafe drinking, or suicidal thoughts.
Canandaigua, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05616819Recruiting
Morning light program to improve mood in some service members
This study tests whether getting morning light exposure can improve mood for service members who currently have mild or more depression symptoms. You’d follow a plan for morning light over about 6 weeks, and the researchers check changes in mood.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18–60 - NCT04829682Enrolling by invitation
ACT for Life to help people manage suicide risk
This trial tests whether “ACT for Life,” a structured therapy approach, can better support people who are currently hospitalized because of suicide risk. You may be placed in one of two study groups to compare the therapy options and see which helps most.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–89 - NCT05224440Recruiting
Program helping people near military discharge move to new cities
This program helps people who are about to transition out of the military get set up in selected cities. It’s likely meant to test whether moving plans and support during the transition work better when you go to one of the study cities.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05285111Recruiting
Practice noticing inner body feelings in adults
This pilot study looks at a program meant to help people become better at noticing their internal body sensations and emotions. It may be most relevant if you’ve had low awareness of these internal feelings and a past history of suicidal thoughts or attempts, to see if the approach is safe and helpful.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT02010866Recruiting
OHSU healthcare staff support for stressed members
This trial is for people who work at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) as a medical resident, fellow, or full-time faculty member. It tests an approach to help support staff who feel stressed or distressed.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT05654207Recruiting
Care coaching for Black teens and their parents after the ER
This study offers a supportive care program to help Black youth (ages 12–19) and their parent/guardian after an emergency room visit. It’s meant to improve how care is coordinated and supported, with help from both the teen and caregiver.
New York, New YorkAges 12–19 - 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+ - NCT06515236Enrolling by invitation
A study of depression treatment for teens from minority groups
This study is testing a new way to help teens (ages 12–18) from racial or ethnic minority groups who are feeling depressed. It looks at how working with a specially trained therapist can improve their mental health.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 12 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 - NCT06273995Recruiting
Behavioral activation through telehealth for teens with depression
This trial tests if a telehealth program can help teenagers with depression feel better by increasing positive activities. You and a caregiver will attend weekly video sessions for 8 weeks.
Houston, TexasAges 12–18 - 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 - 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 - NCT05973942Enrolling by invitation
Study of Wingman-Connect using Air Force base data
This study looks at how a program called Wingman-Connect affects people across certain U.S. Air Force bases. It uses existing data from multiple bases rather than testing a treatment on individual volunteers.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07071922Recruiting
User evaluation of suicide prevention websites
This trial asks people who have visited certain suicide prevention websites to share their experience. Your feedback can help improve online support for those in crisis.
GhentAges 16 years+ - NCT07032636Recruiting
Reducing crises and suicide in the Idaho Army National Guard
This study tests a program to help reduce crises and prevent suicide among members of the Idaho Army National Guard. It uses questionnaires and interviews to see if the program makes a difference.
Boise, IdahoAges 18 years+ - NCT06886776Enrolling by invitation
Firearm storage safety program for Illinois families
This trial tests a program that helps parents and caregivers learn about safe firearm storage during their child's checkup at health clinics in Illinois. It aims to prevent injuries by providing secure storage options and education.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 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+
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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
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