Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,770 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,416
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1248
- Phase 3239
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 369
Top conditions
- Anxiety388
- Depression381
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Autism Spectrum Disorder240
- Dementia226
- Mild Cognitive Impairment195
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder144
- Opioid Use Disorder142
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health98
- Autism94
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
- Suicidal Ideation88
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development105
- Yale University87
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University61
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- University of Pennsylvania53
- The University of Hong Kong51
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California517
- Massachusetts266
- New York256
- Texas209
- Maryland175
- Pennsylvania171
- Florida149
- Alabama118
- Arizona108
- Illinois104
Recruiting studies7,770 total
- NCT06753344Recruiting
Youth Resilience Through Mental E-health
This study tests an online program designed to help teens in grade 10 build resilience and cope with stress. It uses a smartphone app to deliver mental health support.
HanoiAges 15–16 - NCT06728241Recruiting
Virtual reality and AI therapy for psychosis
This study tests if virtual reality and artificial intelligence can help people with psychosis overcome difficulties going outside or doing everyday activities. It uses VR scenarios and AI tools to support treatment.
Oslo, NorwayAges 17–65 - NCT06716034Recruiting
Mood and diet pilot trial for teens with depression
This study tests whether a special diet can help improve mood in teens with depression. You and your parent will work together online with the study team.
Toronto, OntarioAges 11–17 - NCT06894238Recruiting
Can brain waves predict confusion after brain surgery?
This trial uses an electroencephalogram (EEG), which is a non-invasive way to measure your brain's electrical activity, to see if it can help predict confusion or delirium after planned brain surgery. The goal is to find out if brain wave patterns can warn doctors early, which might lead to better care.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06893718Recruiting
Treadmill training for toe walking in autism
This study tests if treadmill training, with or without compression stockings, helps reduce toe walking and improve balance in children with autism. It aims to find a better way to help kids walk more naturally.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06892613Recruiting
Couples therapy for depression and anxiety in married couples
This trial compares two types of couples therapy (EFCT and BCT) to see which works better for depression and anxiety. If you and your spouse are feeling stressed, anxious, or low, this study may help you strengthen your relationship and improve your mood.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT05076214Recruiting
Exercise group for teens with mild to moderate depression
This study compares a structured aerobic exercise group to a more relaxed leisure activity group for adolescents with mild to moderate depression. It aims to see whether exercise can help improve mood when earlier basic support didn’t work well enough.
HalmstadAges 13–17 - NCT05783063Recruiting
TBS treatment for weight gain from antipsychotics
This trial tests a brain-stimulation treatment (TBS) to help reduce increased appetite and weight gain that can happen with antipsychotic medicines. It may be an option if you have schizophrenia and have gained weight after starting antipsychotics, and if you can safely have TBS and MRI exams.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–40 - NCT06895395Recruiting
Speech therapy for kids with cleft palate
This study compares different types of speech therapy for children born with a cleft palate who have developed certain speech errors. The goal is to learn which therapy works best from the perspective of the child, their family, and the speech therapist.
GhentAges 4–12 - NCT06788106Recruiting
Exercise with music for medical students
This trial tests whether aerobic exercise with music can improve physical and mental function in medical students. It may help those who exercise only occasionally feel better and perform better.
Yancheng, JiangsuAges Any age - NCT06844058Recruiting
Religious vs. standard hypnosis for anxiety and depression
This study compares two types of hypnosis (one that includes Islamic themes and one that follows a standard approach) to see which works better for anxiety and depression. It is designed for Muslim adults who are feeling stressed but do not have a formal mental health diagnosis.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07261358Recruiting
3D exercises for teens with rounded upper back
This trial tests whether specific three-dimensional exercises (Schroth method) can improve trunk muscle endurance, sleep quality, and quality of life in adolescents with hyperkyphosis (excessive forward curve of the upper spine). If you have a child between 12 and 18 with a Cobb angle of 45° or more in the upper back, this study may help.
IstanbulAges 12–18 - NCT07263191Recruiting
Olanzapine study for bipolar disorder
This study looks at how well patients with bipolar disorder do while taking the medication olanzapine. You will continue your regular treatment, and answer questions about your experience.
SeongnamAges 19 years+ - NCT06896942Recruiting
Autism doula program for Black caregivers
This study offers a doula program (a trained support person) to help Black caregivers of young children newly diagnosed with autism. It aims to see if this support improves your experience and your child's development.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1.5 years–5.9 years - NCT06118580RecruitingPhase 2
Alcohol and aggression brain study
This study looks at how alcohol affects the brain in people with a history of aggression or alcohol use disorder. You may be able to join if you're a right-handed adult who drinks regularly and fits one of the specific groups being studied.
Columbus, OhioAges 21–55 - NCT05761275Recruiting
Sexual quality of life after minimally invasive benign surgery
This study looks at how minimally invasive “vNOTES” surgery affects women’s sexual quality of life after a non-cancer (benign) gynecologic procedure. You might be eligible if you recently had this type of surgery and meet specific health, infection, and language requirements.
GenevaAges 18–70 - NCT07262853Recruiting
Dual Executive Function Training for Children
This study tests a program designed to help children improve their focus, planning, and self-control. It may be suitable for children with ADHD, autism, or learning difficulties who have not had similar training before.
Tai PoAges 6–11 - NCT07267416Recruiting
Monitoring to prevent confusion after heart surgery
This trial uses brain monitoring during heart surgery to try to prevent post-surgery confusion or memory problems. It may help if you are having valve repair or bypass surgery.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT07262801Recruiting
Mindfulness for anxiety in new moms
This study tests whether a mindfulness program can help new mothers or birthing parents manage anxiety. It looks at how the program affects your mind and body during the first year after childbirth.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07269119Recruiting
Pilot study of a Deaf-friendly alcohol treatment
This study tests a new way to help Deaf adults who use ASL and have problem drinking. It is done over Zoom and is designed to be accessible.
Shrewsbury, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07267559RecruitingPhase 4
Daridorexant and emotion brain testing study
This study tests a medication called daridorexant, which affects the brain's sleep-wake system, to see how it influences emotions and thinking. You will take one dose and complete computer tasks that measure how you process emotional information.
OxfordAges 18–40 - NCT07262372Recruiting
Supervision in substance use treatment programs
This trial studies how supervision works in substance use treatment programs. It looks at the roles of supervisors and counselors to help improve treatment for people with substance use disorders.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07259499Recruiting
Predictors of emergency visits in frail older adults
This study looks at why frail older adults go to the emergency room. Researchers want to see if blood tests and brain scans can help predict who needs emergency care. Participation involves one interview and having had a recent brain scan and blood work.
Pisa, PisaAges 65 years+ - NCT07265323Recruiting
Testing insulin effects on brain function
This study looks at how giving insulin in a way that mimics the body's natural release can affect thinking and memory. It may help understand how insulin relates to brain health.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,770 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,391 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Mental health” cover here?
- Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We group each study into mental health based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a mental health trial near me?
- Use the search to filter mental health studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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