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
- NCT06733792Recruiting
Mobile app to reduce or quit cannabis use
This study tests a mobile app designed to help people reduce or quit cannabis use. If you are a young adult (18-30) and have used cannabis recently, this app may help you cut back or stop.
Oviedo, Principality of AsturiasAges 18–30 - NCT07255131Recruiting
Online talk therapy for cystic fibrosis
This study tests an online cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy) program designed for people with cystic fibrosis. It aims to help improve mental health and coping skills through 13 video sessions.
AthensAges 18–70 - NCT07255274Recruiting
Sleep help for teens with overweight or obesity
This study tests whether a behavior-based sleep program can help teenagers aged 13–17 who are overweight or have obesity and also have sleep problems. The goal is to see if improving sleep can help with weight management.
CovilhaAges 13–17 - NCT07254299Recruiting
Hypnosis for ICU recovery and wellbeing
This study tests whether hypnosis sessions during an ICU stay can improve mental and physical recovery after a serious illness. It aims to reduce long-term problems like anxiety, depression, and memory issues.
GenevaAges 18 years+ - NCT07252011Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for mood swings
This study tests a non-invasive electrical stimulation method to help people with mood swings. It aims to improve mood stability and brain function.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT07255313Recruiting
Boosting Resilience in Healthcare Workers with Mind-Body and Nutrition
This trial tests a program that includes mind-body practices and nutrition to help healthcare workers cope with stress and build resilience. If you work at University Medicine Essen and feel your resilience could improve, you may be eligible.
EssenAges 18 years+ - NCT07257848Recruiting
Psychotherapy study from Ecuador mental health services
This study looks at how well psychological therapy works in real-life settings in Ecuador. It examines the experiences of clients, therapists, and supervisors to find what helps or hinders progress.
Quito, (P)PichinchaAges 11 years+ - NCT07252427Recruiting
Gut bacteria in IBD with or without depression
This study looks at how the bacteria in your gut (gut microbiome) may differ between people with IBD who also have depression and those who don't. It aims to help understand the link between gut health and mood.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18 years+ - NCT07250230Recruiting
Nicotine patch for pain after lung surgery in male smokers
This study tests if a high-dose nicotine patch worn before and after lung surgery can reduce pain in men who smoke but are quitting for the procedure. It aims to help manage pain during recovery.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT07250113Enrolling by invitation
WeCareToFeedDysphagia study for care partners of older adults
This trial tests a program to help care partners of older adults with Alzheimer's disease and swallowing problems. It aims to reduce stress and improve care at home.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07252947Recruiting
Stress and anxiety effects on decision-making
This study looks at how stress and anxiety affect the way people make decisions. It may help researchers understand these processes better.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07253038Recruiting
Testing social skills in Huntington's disease
This study tests three different ways to measure social skills (like understanding emotions or reading social cues) in people with Huntington's disease. The goal is to find which test works best for future research and care.
LundAges 18–75 - NCT07254169Enrolling by invitation
Herbal medicine for post-accident fatigue
This trial tests if a special herbal medicine treatment can help people who still feel very tired after a traffic accident. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and effective for reducing fatigue.
Seoul, Gangnam-GuAges 40–69 - NCT07250789Recruiting
Brain Care Study: Screen and help for thinking decline in type 2 diabetes
This study screens older adults with type 2 diabetes for early signs of memory or thinking problems, and offers a program to help keep the brain healthy. It aims to find out if a combination of lifestyle changes, mental exercises, and medical support can slow cognitive decline.
CopenhagenAges 65 years+ - NCT07249918Recruiting
Wearable devices for dementia care in rural Taiwan
This trial tests if wearable devices can help monitor and improve behavioral symptoms like agitation, depression, or sleep problems in people with Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. It also involves their caregivers.
Beigang, YunlinAges Any age - NCT07258914Recruiting
Repetitive TMS for depression in adults with autism
This trial tests whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can safely and effectively treat major depression in adults who also have autism spectrum disorder. rTMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific brain areas without surgery.
RennesAges 18–65 - NCT07256704Recruiting
Hypnosis and attention for neurological conditions
This study looks at whether hypnosis can help improve attention in people with conditions like stroke, traumatic brain injury, or multiple sclerosis. It may help if you have trouble concentrating or focusing.
LucerneAges 18 years+ - NCT07259109Enrolling by invitation
Understanding mental health in teens
This study looks at how mental health conditions affect teenagers aged 12 to 20. It may help doctors better understand and support teens with these challenges.
Messina, ItalyAges 12–20 - NCT07250061Recruiting
Self-help PTSD program for women veterans
This study tests a self-guided program to help women veterans with PTSD. You would work through coping skills on your own, with support from a group of other women veterans.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07251088Recruiting
App and support for dementia family caregivers
This trial tests a program that uses an app and a care partner to help family members caring for someone with dementia. It aims to make caregiving easier and less stressful.
Karlsruhe, Baden-WurttembergAges Any age - NCT07258082Recruiting
Ear stimulation for delirium in hospital patients
This study tests a gentle electrical stimulation device placed on the ear to see if it can help reduce confusion (delirium) in hospitalized patients. It is for adults who are right-handed and currently experiencing delirium.
Stony Brook, New YorkAges 22 years+ - NCT07252310Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Smartphone app to find best beta blocker dose for heart failure
This study uses a smartphone app to test how different beta blocker doses work best for you. It's for older adults with stable heart failure who want to fine-tune their treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 65 years+ - NCT07252583Recruiting
Sexuality and mental health in older adults
This study looks at how sexuality and mental health are connected in older adults. It involves a questionnaire about your experiences and feelings, with no treatments or medications.
Clermont-FerrandAges 60 years+ - NCT07252206Recruiting
Culturally adapted CBT for Black people with psychosis
This study offers a talking therapy called culturally adapted cognitive behavioral therapy for psychosis (CBTp) for Black people in the UK who have schizophrenia or related conditions. It aims to see if this approach is helpful and acceptable, and you may join if you are over 16, identify with a Black background, and are not in a current crisis.
ManchesterAges 16 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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