Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,771 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,418
- Phase 2494
- Phase 1248
- Phase 3237
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 368
Top conditions
- Anxiety387
- Depression381
- Alzheimer Disease337
- Autism Spectrum Disorder241
- Dementia224
- Mild Cognitive Impairment194
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder142
- Opioid Use Disorder141
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health99
- Autism95
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
- Suicidal Ideation87
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
- The University of Hong Kong52
- University of Pennsylvania52
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California516
- Massachusetts264
- New York255
- Texas209
- Maryland174
- Pennsylvania169
- Florida145
- Alabama118
- Arizona109
- Illinois104
Recruiting studies7,771 total
- NCT05981612Recruiting
How emotions affect decision-making in teens who self-harm
This study looks at how strong emotions affect decision-making in teenagers who sometimes hurt themselves without wanting to die (called NSSI). If you join, you'll have an MRI brain scan and do some computer tasks to help us understand this link.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 15–18 - NCT05981677Recruiting
Social feedback and risk-taking in teens who self-harm
This study uses a brain scan (MRI) to understand how teens who self-harm respond to social feedback. It aims to learn more about why some teens take risks that may be harmful.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 15–18 - NCT05034172Recruiting
Study of markers in inherited movement disorders
This study looks for biological “markers” (measurable signs in the body) in people with inherited movement disorders, and in some related family members or healthy volunteers. It may help researchers better understand these conditions, especially for future diagnosis and care.
ParisAges 7 years+ - NCT06051240RecruitingPhase 2
Lithium to prevent thinking problems after brain radiation
This study tests if the drug lithium can help prevent memory and thinking problems that sometimes happen after brain radiation for a brain tumor. You may qualify if you are under 18 when treated and had radiation within the last 7 years.
Solna, Stockholm CountyAges 5 years+ - NCT06363396Recruiting
Brain scan study for fatigue after stem cell transplant
This study uses a special brain scan (PET) to look at why people feel very tired or have trouble thinking clearly after a stem cell transplant. It aims to better understand these problems to help future patients.
StockholmAges 20–75 - NCT06363968Recruiting
Eye tests to predict PTSD treatment response in veterans
This study looks at whether certain eye tests can help predict how well PTSD treatments work. It's for veterans with PTSD who are not taking certain medications and have no serious eye or health conditions.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 21–75 - NCT06367400Recruiting
Validating a Sleep Questionnaire for Swedish Children
This study tests a sleep questionnaire designed to help diagnose sleep-related breathing problems in children. It aims to see if the questionnaire works well for Swedish children, making it easier for doctors to spot these issues early.
UppsalaAges 1.5 years–15 years - NCT06439355Recruiting
Taste test for Parkinson's and Lewy body disease
This study measures how well people with Parkinson's or Lewy body disease can taste, using a special test. It aims to understand if taste problems are linked to these conditions and could help with earlier diagnosis.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT05466851Recruiting
Study testing anxiety and depression biology and therapy markers
This study looks at “biopsychosocial markers” (biological, psychological, and social signs) in people with major depression and/or anxiety. It aims to understand what changes with treatment and how those changes connect to symptoms like anxiety and depression.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06054321Recruiting
Depression medication study for adults 19 to 65
This study tests a new way of choosing antidepressants for people with major depression. It's designed for adults aged 19–65 who have moderate to severe depression and are either starting a new antidepressant or have been off psychiatric meds for at least a month.
GwangjuAges 19–65 - NCT06372587Recruiting
Next-generation Alzheimer's treatment study
This study tests a new treatment for people with probable Alzheimer's disease. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and effective for patients between 18 and 80 years old.
RomaAges 18–80 - NCT06375213Recruiting
Memory and thinking study for all ages
This study looks at how well people think and remember as they age. It includes healthy volunteers, people with mild memory issues, and those with dementia—both early- and late-onset.
Pathum Wan, BangkokAges 35 years+ - NCT06087744Recruiting
Helping preterm babies' brains with skin-to-skin and sounds
This study tests whether combining skin-to-skin holding with a 10-minute sound recording can help premature babies' brains develop better. If you have a baby born early (24–33 weeks), you may be able to take part.
Montreal, QuebecAges 6 months–8 months - NCT06092411Recruiting
CBT and light therapy for depressed youth who are night owls
This trial tests if combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with bright light therapy (BLT) helps Chinese teenagers and young adults who have depression and a natural tendency to stay up late. The goal is to improve mood and sleep patterns.
Hong KongAges 12–20 - NCT05309473Recruiting
Sounds during restricted sleep after being sleep deprived
This study tests whether playing certain sounds during a period of limited sleep can affect how your body responds after you’ve been kept awake. It’s designed for healthy adults and checks safety and how well you can follow the study instructions.
Silver Spring, MarylandAges 18–39 - NCT05633940Recruiting
Behavioral health support added to Swedish primary care
This study tests whether adding behavioral health support within regular primary care can better help adults with mental health concerns. It may help by offering extra counseling or treatment alongside usual clinic care.
Linköping, Östergötland CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT05329363Recruiting
Early psychoeducation for people with schizophrenia or related disorders
This study tests a structured early educational program (“psychoeducation”) given to inpatients to help them understand their condition and cope. It may help people feel more informed and better supported during treatment.
BloisAges 18–65 - NCT05480826Recruiting
Family genetic study for mood, thinking, and autism conditions
This study looks at genetic changes found in people with conditions like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, or autism, and compares how those genetic differences may function. It may help researchers understand the causes of these conditions using information from patients and their relatives.
CréteilAges 18 years+ - NCT05621278Recruiting
School study of mental and physical well-being from kids to adults
This study follows students from middle school through high school and asks their parents and teachers questions about mental well-being and physical (body-related) health. It may help researchers understand what supports healthy development over time.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 9–65 - NCT06385951Recruiting
Virtual reality navigation test for early Alzheimer's detection
This study uses a virtual reality navigation task to detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease. It compares people with mild cognitive problems, mild Alzheimer's, and healthy older adults to see if this test can spot the disease earlier.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 50–80 - 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+ - NCT06208722Recruiting
Testing a toothbrushing app for teens with autism
This study tests a mobile app designed to help teens with autism improve their toothbrushing skills and build a daily habit. Your family will use the app at home, and researchers will see if it makes brushing easier and more consistent.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 10–17 - NCT06394284RecruitingPhase 3
MDMA therapy for PTSD in male Israeli veterans
This study tests whether MDMA (the drug in Ecstasy) can help male Israeli veterans with PTSD feel better, especially if their symptoms are related to moral injury. It involves therapy sessions and monitoring to see how the drug affects your brain and emotions.
JerusalemAges Any age - NCT06357416Recruiting
Man Van project: mobile cancer screening for men
This study collects information from men who visit the Man Van, a mobile health clinic that screens for cancers like prostate, testicular, and penile cancers. It aims to learn how well the clinic works and how it can help men catch cancer early.
LondonAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,771 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,287 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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