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
- NCT07120061Recruiting
Test-retest reliability of the wakefulness test in sleepy participants
This study is testing how reliable a test called the Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT) is for measuring daytime sleepiness. It looks at different groups: people with sleep apnea, people with narcolepsy, and healthy volunteers. The goal is to see if the MWT gives consistent results when repeated.
BordeauxAges 18–65 - NCT07116109Recruiting
Brain Stimulation Plus Therapy for Pain and PTSD
This study tests whether a brain-stimulation headband (called tDCS) combined with a proven talk therapy for PTSD can help reduce both chronic pain and PTSD symptoms. It is for adults who have had chronic pain for at least 6 months and also have PTSD.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT07119671Recruiting
Combined support for suicidal inpatients in crisis units
This study tests a new combined support program for people hospitalized after a suicide attempt. It aims to see if the program is practical and helpful for patients in psychiatric crisis units.
Bron, AURAAges 18 years+ - NCT07120711Recruiting
Sleep apnea, thinking, and mood study for kids and adults
This study looks at how sleep apnea affects thinking and mood by checking certain proteins in the body. They want to see if these proteins can help predict or explain changes in memory, focus, or emotions.
ShanghaiAges 5 years+ - NCT07121894Recruiting
Ketogenic diet for bipolar depression
This study tests whether a strict low-carbohydrate, high-fat (ketogenic) diet can improve symptoms of depression in people with bipolar disorder. Participants will receive dietary guidance and support to help them follow the diet for several weeks.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–50 - NCT07119268Recruiting
Sleep quality study for college students
This study tests whether a sleep program can help college students who have trouble sleeping. You may qualify if you have poor sleep and some unusual experiences, but have never been diagnosed with a psychotic disorder.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–65 - NCT07117656Recruiting
Family support for HIV and drug use care
This study tests a program where people living with HIV who inject drugs get support from a family member while starting or returning to HIV and addiction treatment. It aims to see if involving a family member helps with staying in care.
JohannesburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06909279Recruiting
Training for caregivers of children with social communication delays
This trial tests a 13-week virtual training program for caregivers of young children with social communication delays. It aims to help parents support their child's communication and play skills through online group sessions.
London, OntarioAges Up to 3.9 years - NCT06950437Recruiting
Brain stimulation therapy for language in children with autism
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation method called aiTBS, guided by brain scans, to help improve language in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It is for children aged 3 to 6.5 years who have language delays and speak Mandarin.
BeijingAges 3–6 - NCT06942858Recruiting
Boosting therapy for anorexia with brain stimulation
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) can help cognitive-behavioral therapy work better for people with anorexia nervosa. It aims to improve outcomes by targeting brain areas linked to thinking and behavior.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–35 - NCT04723498Recruiting
Internet use study for children and teens
This study looks at how problematic (hard-to-control) internet use shows up in children and teens. It may help clinicians understand the patterns of use and improve support for young people and families.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 8–18 - NCT04723485Recruiting
Study of obsessive-compulsive disorder in youth
This study looks at obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in children and young adults to better understand and document treatment and experiences. It may help researchers learn what supports work best for young people with OCD.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 4–18 - NCT07112105Recruiting
Magnetic brain stimulation for stimulant use disorder in Veterans
This study tests whether magnetic brain stimulation (called TMS) can help treat severe stimulant use disorder in Veterans. If you qualify, you would receive TMS sessions and be monitored to see if it reduces your stimulant use.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT05844020Recruiting
Study on care that responds to trauma and violence
This study looks at how “trauma- and violence-informed” care is understood and experienced by Black women who have survived intimate partner violence. It aims to learn what helps patients feel safer and more supported when getting healthcare.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18–79 - NCT07115238RecruitingPhase 3
PET imaging study for normal aging, MCI, and Alzheimer's
This trial tests a new PET imaging agent (18F-XTR006) to see how well it shows brain changes related to Alzheimer's disease. It may help diagnose MCI (mild cognitive impairment) or Alzheimer's earlier by comparing images in healthy people and those with memory problems.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50 years+ - NCT07110896Recruiting
Can a probiotic reduce stress and sharpen focus in older adults?
This study tests a probiotic supplement called Humiome® Post LB to see if it can help reduce feelings of stress and anxiety and improve memory in adults aged 50-75. You may join if you are generally healthy, have noticed some mild memory slips, and are willing to keep your current diet and routines.
ParisAges 50–75 - NCT07114874RecruitingPhase 3
A long-term study of a new drug for schizophrenia
This study tests a new medicine called NBI-1117568 for adults with schizophrenia over a longer period of time. Participants will stop their current antipsychotics and take this new drug to see how well it works and how safe it is.
Bryant, ArkansasAges 18–65 - NCT07115329RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Zelquistinel for major depression
This study tests a new oral medication called Zelquistinel (taken as a tablet) against a placebo for treating major depressive disorder. Researchers want to see if it can reduce depression symptoms, especially when other antidepressants haven't been tried or haven't worked.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–64 - NCT04730011Recruiting
Short intensive therapy for kids with obsessive-compulsive disorder
This trial studies a short, intensive therapy program for children and teens with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It may help by testing whether a focused treatment schedule can improve OCD symptoms.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 8–18 - NCT07113080RecruitingPhase 4
Do Lemongrass and Lavender Help Kids With Dental Shots?
This study tests whether smelling lemongrass and lavender scents can help reduce fear and pain when a child gets a numbing shot at the dentist. It is for children ages 7 to 11 who are healthy and have never been to the dentist before.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 7–11 - NCT07110688Recruiting
Brain sensing study for mental states
This trial uses sensors and machine learning to understand mental states in healthy adults and people with epilepsy. Researchers aim to improve how we monitor and support mental health.
Downey, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07115628Recruiting
Accelerated TMS for treatment-resistant depression
This trial tests an accelerated form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for people with treatment-resistant depression who have been referred for ECT. It aims to offer a non-invasive, less intensive alternative with fewer side effects.
Jette, Brussels CapitalAges 18–70 - NCT07110961Recruiting
Heart rate test for restless legs diagnosis
This trial tests a new way to diagnose Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) by looking at your heart rate changes during a simple leg movement test while you're in a sleep study. It may help doctors diagnose RLS more easily.
Bangkok, BangkokAges 18–70 - NCT07108764Recruiting
Medicine to prevent confusion after abdominal surgery in seniors
This trial tests giving either lidocaine or dexmedetomidine during abdominal surgery to see if it helps keep the brain healthy and lowers the chance of waking up confused or agitated. It is for older adults having planned abdominal surgery who are otherwise in fairly good health.
Tanta, El-GharbiaAges 65 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.