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
- NCT06906432Recruiting
Brain-Heart Injury After Brain Bleed Study
This study looks at how a brain bleed can affect the heart. Researchers hope to understand the link between brain and heart injury to help improve care for people who have had a brain bleed.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06907420Recruiting
40 Hz visual stimulation for schizophrenia
This trial tests whether a specific type of flickering light (40 Hz) can help people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. The treatment is non-invasive and may improve brain function.
Munich, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT05779813Recruiting
Family-linked genetic frontotemporal dementia study for teens
This study follows young people ages 9 to 16 who have a close biological family member with genetic frontotemporal dementia (FTD). It aims to better understand this inherited condition and track participants over time. You may complete surveys and thinking/behavior assessments, and you may have brain MRI scans if you choose.
London, OntarioAges 7–17 - NCT05169385Recruiting
Parent support for teens in residential treatment for substance misuse
This trial tests a parent-focused program (via interviews and texting) for families when a teen is leaving residential treatment. It aims to help parents/guardians support their teen after discharge and reduce substance-related risk.
Rockford, IllinoisAges 12–18 - NCT05527080Recruiting
Study brain and movement development in healthy infants
This study looks at how infants’ movement (motility) and early thinking (cognition) develop over time. It may help researchers better understand normal development in healthy babies.
HelsinkiAges 5 months–2.2 years - NCT05791461Recruiting
Program for severe work stress in working people
This trial studies support for people with severe stress caused by their job, such as heavy workload or stressful leadership. It may help reduce physical, emotional, and behavior-related stress symptoms and support staying at work or returning to work.
OdenseAges 18 years+ - NCT07237009Recruiting
Personalized reminiscence therapy for memory loss
This trial tests a digital app that uses personal photos and memories to help people with early memory problems feel less depressed or apathetic. It's designed for seniors who have mild cognitive impairment or early dementia.
AngersAges 60 years+ - NCT07239310Recruiting
Device to improve memory and thinking in early Alzheimer's
This study tests a device called Neuclare that aims to temporarily boost memory and thinking skills in people with mild cognitive impairment or very early Alzheimer's disease. It could offer a non-drug way to help with daily mental tasks.
Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-doAges 55–90 - NCT07230652RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of LY03020 for healthy volunteers and people with schizophrenia
This study tests the safety of a new medication called LY03020. It is for healthy volunteers and for people with stable schizophrenia. The study aims to see how well the body handles the drug and what side effects might occur.
BeijingAges 18–60 - NCT06466096Recruiting
Thinking and memory after stomach/colon cancer surgery
This study looks at how older adults (65+) think and remember after surgery for gastrointestinal cancer. It compares those who have temporary confusion after surgery with those who don't, to understand long-term changes in brain function.
BeijingAges 65–100 - NCT06326424Recruiting
Delirium check for older dementia patients in the ER
This study tests a way to identify delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults with Alzheimer's or other dementias while they are in the emergency room or hospital. It may help doctors detect and treat confusion faster.
Columbus, OhioAges 65 years+ - NCT06466083Recruiting
Thinking changes after spine surgery in older adults
This study looks at why some older adults have confusion or memory changes after spine surgery. It aims to find patterns that could help prevent these problems.
BeijingAges 65–100 - NCT06366399Recruiting
Timing of resistance exercise for weight management
This study tests if doing resistance exercises (like lifting weights) in the morning or afternoon is better for weight management. You may qualify if you are between 50 and 74 years old, are overweight but generally healthy, and have not been very active with strength training.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 50–74 - NCT06423547Recruiting
Predicting confusion after surgery in older adults
This study looks at older patients (65 and older) who have had surgery and anesthesia. It aims to find who is at risk for confusion (delirium) and memory problems afterward. The goal is to help doctors prevent these issues.
BeijingAges 65–100 - NCT06532513Recruiting
Family-centered physical therapy for children with dyskinetic CP
This trial tests a family-centered physiotherapy program for children with Dyskinetic Cerebral Palsy. Sessions can happen at home via Zoom or WhatsApp, so you don't need to travel. The goal is to help improve your child's movement and daily activities while supporting your family.
Ankara, Hacettepe UniversityAges 5–18 - NCT06909656Recruiting
Brain Activity Study in Tourette Syndrome with Deep Brain Stimulation
This study looks at brain activity in people with Tourette syndrome who are already receiving deep brain stimulation (a treatment that uses electrical pulses to help control tics). The goal is to learn more about the brain signals linked to tics, which could help improve future treatments.
BordeauxAges 16 years+ - NCT06755840Recruiting
Sleep breathing problems and multiple health conditions study
This study is for people who may have sleep-related breathing problems (like sleep apnea). It looks at how these issues connect with other health conditions. Participants will do a one-night sleep test and some simple health checks at Xiangya Hospital.
ChangshaAges Any age - NCT07238998Recruiting
App to help high-risk drinkers reduce alcohol use
This study tests a mobile app that uses motivational interviewing to help high-risk drinkers reduce their alcohol consumption. You may be eligible if you want to cut back on drinking and use an Android phone.
Seoul, SeoulAges 19–59 - NCT07235111Recruiting
Studying biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases
This study is looking for people with neurodegenerative diseases (like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, ALS) to help researchers find new markers in the body that could help understand these conditions better and possibly lead to better treatments.
Genoa, GenoaAges 18 years+ - NCT07234396Recruiting
Animated video for kids having elbow pins removed
This trial tests whether watching a short animated video before getting metal pins removed from a broken elbow can help reduce pain and anxiety in children. It compares the video to the usual care, which is just talking to the child.
Karachi, SindhAges 4–12 - NCT07234006Recruiting
Mindfulness and neurofeedback to reduce nursing student stress
This study tests whether combining neurofeedback (a technique to train your brain waves) with mindfulness meditation can help nursing students feel less anxious and stressed, and do better in school. You can join if you are a nursing student at the University of Salamanca and are willing to participate.
SalamancaAges 18–45 - NCT07230743Recruiting
Using an interactive projector to reduce anxiety in children during anesthesia
This trial tests whether an interactive projector can help distract children aged 2 to 6 while they are going under anesthesia for surgery, with the goal of lowering their anxiety. It compares the projector to standard care to see if it makes the experience less stressful for the child and family.
Vitacura, Santiago MetropolitanAges 2–6 - NCT07233512Enrolling by invitation
Periodontal treatment for Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests whether treating gum disease can improve outcomes for people with Alzheimer's disease. If you have mild to moderate Alzheimer's and gum disease, you may be able to join.
LiègeAges Any age - NCT07234695RecruitingPhase 3
Levetiracetam to prevent seizures in adults with Down syndrome and Alzheimer's
This trial tests if levetiracetam, a seizure medication, can prevent seizures in adults with Down syndrome who also have Alzheimer's disease. It aims to help manage a common complication and improve quality of life.
Granada, AndalusiaAges 40 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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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.