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
- NCT07128771Enrolling by invitation
Heart effects of gender-affirming hormone therapy
This study looks at how gender-affirming hormone therapy affects the heart and blood vessels. It aims to understand any changes in heart health for transgender individuals starting or continuing this treatment.
Oslo, OsloAges 16 years+ - NCT07135414Recruiting
Fast brain stimulation for OCD in the hospital
This study tests whether a quick form of magnetic brain stimulation (rTMS) can help hospitalized patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who are also doing exposure and response prevention therapy.
Ghent, Oost-VlaanderenAges 18–65 - NCT07127510Recruiting
Brain NAD in Alzheimer's disease study
This study tests whether a natural substance called NAD can improve brain health in people with early Alzheimer's. You may be eligible if you have a firm Alzheimer's diagnosis, are between 65 and 80, and can walk and talk without help.
Boca Raton, FloridaAges 65–80 - NCT07135232Recruiting
Strength training and plant supplement for menopause symptoms
This 6-month study tests if strength training plus a plant-based supplement can help with perimenopause symptoms and muscle health. It's for women ages 40-55 who are not on hormone therapy and not already doing heavy resistance training.
Leeds, North HumbersideAges 40–55 - NCT07130565Recruiting
Pan-Amyloid PET/CT Scan for Amyloid Heart Disease
This trial is testing a special PET/CT scan (Pan-Amyloid) that finds abnormal protein deposits (amyloid) in the heart and body. It is for people who have or may have cardiac amyloidosis and are already planning to get this scan.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–80 - NCT07129590Recruiting
Trauma-informed care to help pregnant people quit smoking
This study tests whether a trauma-informed care approach can help pregnant people who have experienced trauma to quit smoking. The study involves clinicians and patients working together to improve smoking cessation support.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07127965Recruiting
Exercise program to prevent memory loss in Black adults
This study looks at whether a structured exercise program can help slow down memory and thinking changes in Black adults ages 45–65. You would be asked to take part in a supervised exercise routine over several months, and your health and cognition will be tracked.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 45–65 - NCT07135479Enrolling by invitation
Mental health first aid for South Asian American adults
This study tests whether a program called Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) helps South Asian American adults who work with South Asian American youth feel more confident supporting young people's mental health. You may be eligible if you work with youth in this community and haven't taken the training before.
College Park, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07134569Recruiting
VR motor training for adults with autism
This study tests if virtual reality (VR) training can help improve motor skills in adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). You will be asked to complete a 6-week VR program to see if it helps your movement and coordination.
TaipeiAges 18–45 - NCT07131215Recruiting
Smart technology for health in early menopause
This trial tests whether a smartphone-based program can help monitor and improve the physical and mental health of women who have recently gone through menopause. It aims to see if technology can support healthy lifestyle changes during this transition.
TainanAges 40–65 - NCT07131137Enrolling by invitation
Online Life Balance Training for Schizophrenia
This study tests a remote training program to help people with schizophrenia improve their daily life balance. It is done entirely online, so you can join from home.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07126769Recruiting
Cyberchondria and stress in women having infertility treatment
This study looks at how searching for health information online (cyberchondria) and stress levels affect women who are going through infertility treatments like IUI, IVF, or ICSI. It may help you understand your own experiences and contribute to better care.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 18–45 - NCT07130734Recruiting
Digital activity program for young adults with depression
This study tests a smartphone app to help people with depressive symptoms become more physically active. If you are between 19 and 40, feel down or low, and are not very active, this program may support you in getting moving.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 19–40 - NCT07135336Recruiting
Cognitive decline after surgery in older adults with memory problems
This study looks at how surgery and anesthesia affect memory and thinking in older adults who already have mild memory problems. It compares patients having elective non-cardiac surgery with a similar group who are not having surgery, to see if the surgery itself causes more confusion or memory decline.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 60 years+ - NCT07130084Recruiting
Virtual reality for first-time planned cesarean births
This trial tests if using virtual reality (VR) during a planned cesarean section can help reduce anxiety and improve the birth experience. It is for women having their first planned cesarean and who own a compatible smartphone or tablet.
BathAges 18 years+ - NCT07126301Recruiting
Aromatherapy with essential oils for nausea and anxiety during chemotherapy
This study tests whether using essential oils (like lavender, peppermint, or ginger) can help reduce nausea and anxiety in people receiving chemotherapy that often causes these side effects. If you've had significant nausea after your last chemo session, this therapy might offer a natural way to help you feel better during upcoming treatments.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07129070Recruiting
Just-in-Time Training for Youth Mentors
This trial tests a new training program for mentors working with middle and high school students. It aims to help mentors better support youth who may be experiencing depression.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 12 years+ - NCT07130669RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Memory and thinking study for older adults
This trial tests a program to help maintain or improve memory and thinking skills in older adults. You may join if you are 60-89, speak English, and live at home or in an assisted-living facility.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 60–89 - NCT07130500Enrolling by invitation
Rewards for sticking with long-acting injections
This study tests whether offering small rewards (like gift cards) can help people stick with a long-acting injection of their medication. It's for people with serious mental health conditions who have had a recent hospital stay or are at high risk of one.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT07134699Recruiting
Back pain's effect on thinking in older adults
This study looks at how long-term lower back pain affects thinking skills like memory and attention in adults aged 60 to 85. Participants must speak Cantonese, be right-handed, and have normal thinking abilities. The study uses email or text for some tasks.
Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT07126444Recruiting
Exercise snacks for employee health and work performance
This study tests whether short, intense exercise breaks ('exercise snacks') during the workday can improve health and job performance over 12 weeks.
Kaohsiung CityAges Any age - NCT07128186Recruiting
AI predicts memory decline in type 2 diabetes
This study uses an AI tool to predict memory problems in people with type 2 diabetes. It may help catch early signs of cognitive decline and guide future care.
Enshi, HubeiAges 40–75 - NCT07132099Recruiting
Suicide prevention therapy for recent attempt survivors
This trial tests two talk therapies, ASSIP and ACT, to help people who have recently attempted suicide. It aims to find which approach better reduces future risk.
Eslamshahr, Tehran ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT07133529Recruiting
Food choices and decision-making in healthy women
This study looks at how we make decisions about food. It is designed for healthy women who have never been pregnant and who do not use hormonal birth control.
Nuthetal, BrandenburgAges 18–35
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.