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
- NCT06384755Recruiting
Honest Open Proud for psychosis and bipolar disorder
This study tests a program called Honest, Open, Proud to help people with psychosis or bipolar disorder deal with stigma and decide whether to share their diagnosis. It aims to reduce shame and improve confidence.
OsloAges 18–65 - NCT05808153Recruiting
Brain scans and thinking tests to track Huntington’s progression
This study uses special brain imaging and memory/thinking tests to find early “markers” that can predict how Huntington’s disease will progress over time. You may qualify as someone with early-stage Huntington’s or as a healthy control, if you meet specific safety and scoring requirements.
Créteil, Île-de-France RegionAges 18–65 - NCT06395298Recruiting
Mouth care therapy for premature babies' feeding
This study tests a gentle mouth care routine called PIOMI to help very premature babies (born at 29–30 weeks) learn to feed by mouth. It’s for babies who need a feeding tube but are otherwise stable.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 7 months–7 months - NCT06297252Recruiting
Psychiatric disorders in pregnancy: a study at ultrasound
This study looks at how common psychiatric conditions (like depression or anxiety) are during pregnancy. It takes place when you come for your second trimester ultrasound and involves answering a few questions.
BéziersAges 18 years+ - NCT05995769RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy with talk therapy for alcohol problems
This trial tests whether psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms), given with talk therapy, can help people who want to reduce their heavy drinking. It is for people with at least moderate alcohol use disorder who are motivated to change.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 22–65 - NCT05296980Recruiting
Testing a dementia risk-reduction program for older adults
This study checks whether a program called REMINDER can help reduce risk of developing dementia by improving risk factors over 12 weeks. It’s for older adults who have higher dementia risk but do not currently have dementia.
CoimbraAges 60–75 - NCT05565833RecruitingPhase 2
Online sleep program for insomnia and thinking problems
This Phase 2 study tests an internet-based sleep program to help older adults with insomnia and related thinking difficulties. It may help improve sleep and reduce how much tiredness and sleep disruption affect daily life.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 65 years+ - NCT06111976Recruiting
TMS plus reactivation therapy for resistant PTSD
This trial tests if adding a type of brain stimulation (TMS) to a memory reactivation therapy can reduce PTSD symptoms that haven't improved with standard antidepressants. If you have persistent PTSD, this study could offer a new treatment option.
ParisAges 18–65 - NCT06399939Recruiting
Biphasic sleep in 9-month-old infants
This study looks at how infants sleep in two different patterns (biphasic sleep) and how that relates to their development. If your child is 9 months old and healthy, researchers will track their sleep and development over the next 6 months.
Amherst, MassachusettsAges 9 months–1.3 years - NCT03396562Recruiting
Study of early development in babies with extra sex chromosomes
This study follows infants and young children with conditions caused by having an extra sex chromosome (like XXY, XYY, or XXX) to learn how health and development unfold over time. It may help families and doctors understand what to expect and what support could be helpful.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1 month–1.1 years - NCT06084520Recruiting
Pain questionnaire study for opioid and non-opioid patients
This study tests two questionnaires for people with long-term pain. Researchers want to see if the tools work well for both those taking opioids and those who are not. Your answers can help improve pain care.
Uppsala, UpplandAges 18–75 - NCT04857775Recruiting
Test a parent-training app for infants and toddlers
This study tests a web and mobile program that supports parents with training for their child’s early development. It uses parent sessions over about 10–12 weeks and includes a small blood sample to help researchers measure effects.
Calgary, AlbertaAges Any age - NCT06018272Recruiting
Mentalization therapy for borderline personality disorder
This trial compares a therapy called mentalization-based treatment with other proven therapies for people with borderline personality disorder. It aims to find out which approach works better for reducing self-harm and suicidal behaviors.
BerlinAges 18–65 - NCT06005766Recruiting
Metacognitive skills training in forensic psychiatric care
This study tests if a specialized training program can help people with psychosis (like schizophrenia) who are in forensic psychiatric care. The training focuses on improving how you think about your own thoughts, which may help you manage symptoms better.
VaasaAges 18 years+ - NCT06417437RecruitingPhase 4
Brain-computer interface test for depression
This trial tests a non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) to help people with depression. It may be a good fit for teenagers and adults who are right-handed, Han Chinese, and have moderate to severe depression without other major health problems.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 12 years+ - NCT06215274Recruiting
Leisure activities and early Alzheimer's study
This trial looks at how engaging in mentally stimulating leisure activities (like puzzles, reading, or games) may affect brain health in people with early memory concerns. Researchers want to understand the brain changes that happen with these activities.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 60 years+ - NCT06005038RecruitingPhase 1
Memory training study for older adults with mild cognitive issues
This study tests a computer-based memory training program to see if it can improve memory and thinking skills in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. It may help you if you have memory concerns but still live independently.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 60 years+ - NCT05575960Recruiting
Therapy for depression in teens and young adults
This study tests interpersonal psychotherapy, a structured talking therapy, to help teens and young adults with major depression. You might benefit from regular sessions focused on relationships and day-to-day stress.
NorrköpingAges 15–18 - NCT06423222Recruiting
Anal incontinence and quality of life in Hungarian women
This study looks at how anal incontinence (leakage of gas, liquid, or solid stool) affects daily life and physical activity in Hungarian women. It also aims to validate a Hungarian version of a questionnaire used to measure these symptoms. If you have given birth and are a native Hungarian speaker, you may be able to help by sharing your experiences.
Pécs, BaranyaAges 18–50 - NCT07851480Recruiting
Predicting nightmares in military veterans with PTSD
This study is testing whether wearable sensors can predict when a nightmare is about to happen by looking at body signals like heart rate and breathing. If it works, it could lead to earlier help for people with PTSD who suffer from frequent nightmares.
BrestAges 18–65 - NCT07851090Recruiting
Anger and social skills in french veterans with PTSD
This study looks at how anger and social cognition (how you read others' emotions) relate to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in former French military members. By joining, you help researchers understand these connections, which could lead to better support for veterans.
DraguignanAges 18–45 - NCT07853300Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for comfort during colonoscopy
This study tests whether using virtual reality (a computer-generated 3D environment you can see and hear) during a colonoscopy can reduce pain, anxiety, and embarrassment. If it works, it could make the procedure more comfortable for people who have it without sedation.
Kocaeli, İzmitAges 18–65 - NCT07852728RecruitingPhase 2
Oxygen therapy for first responders after head injuries
This trial tests whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy (breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber) can improve thinking, mood, and overall well-being in first responders who have had a traumatic brain injury and still have symptoms. If you are a first responder dealing with ongoing brain injury symptoms, this study could help you find new ways to feel better.
Boise, IdahoAges 18–75 - NCT07853014Recruiting
Virtual reality to ease anxiety during wisdom tooth surgery
This study tests whether using virtual reality (a headset showing calming images) helps reduce anxiety during lower wisdom tooth surgery. If you're having this procedure, the virtual reality might make the experience less stressful.
Hanoi, HanoiAges 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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