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
- NCT06183658Recruiting
Healthy Brain Aging Study for Adults 55–90
This study looks at healthy brain aging in older adults. It involves brain scans, blood tests, and regular check-ins to understand how memory and thinking change over time.
Shenzhen, OtherAges 55–90 - NCT05806450Recruiting
Sleep training for parents and babies using online sessions
This trial tests an online sleep program meant to improve sleep for parents and young children. It may help families that want better nighttime routines and sleep quality for babies aged 6 to 24 months.
SeoulAges 6 months–2 years - NCT06386588Recruiting
Sound during sleep for brain health in schizophrenia
This study tests if playing sounds during sleep can improve brain function in people with schizophrenia. You will be asked to do a finger tapping task while we measure your brain activity with MRI.
Charlestown, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT06592833RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin with or without pimavanserin for depression
This study tests whether combining psilocybin (a psychedelic substance) with pimavanserin (a medication that may help reduce side effects) works better than psilocybin alone for treating major depressive disorder. It may help people who have not responded well to other treatments.
New York, New YorkAges 21–80 - NCT06652828Recruiting
Treadmill training to prevent falls in older adults
This study tests a special treadmill training that gently pushes you off balance to help you learn to catch yourself and prevent falls. It is for older adults who are at high risk of falling.
Heidelberg, Baden-WurttembergAges 70 years+ - NCT06757504RecruitingPhase 2
Testing TTYP01 tablets for autism in kids and teens
This study tests an investigational tablet (TTYP01) to see if it can help adolescents and children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The goal is to find out if the drug improves symptoms and is safe for this age group.
BeijingAges 6–16 - NCT06969950RecruitingPhase 2
A study on reducing doctor burnout
This trial tests a program to help physicians feel better at work. It studies whether the intervention can reduce burnout in doctors who provide direct patient care.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06970431Recruiting
Anxiety and pain relief during C-section
This trial tests a way to reduce anxiety and pain before and during a C-section. It may help pregnant women feel calmer and more comfortable.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–40 - NCT06964867Recruiting
Multimedia education to reduce anxiety from eye floaters
This trial tests whether watching short videos or using education materials can help reduce anxiety for people with vitreous floaters. It is a low-risk study that focuses on education, not medication or surgery.
Changzhou, JiangsuAges Any age - NCT06969742Recruiting
Mental health program for young cancer survivors and caregivers
This trial tests a program to help improve mental health and quality of life for teenagers and young adults who have had a solid tumor cancer, and for their caregivers. It focuses on those recently finished treatment or still in treatment, and aims to provide supportive counseling.
Goyang-si, Gyonggi-doAges 10–24 - NCT04539951RecruitingPhase 2
Trial for newly treated obsessive-compulsive disorder
This phase 2 study tests an OCD treatment strategy for people who have not yet had OCD medications or recent OCD therapy. It aims to reduce OCD symptoms, especially for those with moderate-to-severe symptom levels.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07092280Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for children with autism
This trial tests if mild electrical stimulation applied to the head (tDCS) can help children with autism. Your child must be enrolled in ABA therapy and be off certain medications to join.
Staten Island, New YorkAges 5–12 - NCT07087327RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of EB-1020 for children with ADHD
This trial tests a new medication, EB-1020, over a longer period in children with ADHD. It aims to see if the drug continues to be safe and effective beyond the initial 6-week treatment. Some participants may have already been in a previous EB-1020 study, while others are new.
SapporoAges 6–17 - NCT07095465RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of ACP-204 for psychosis in Lewy body dementia
This study tests a medication called ACP-204 for psychosis (hallucinations or delusions) in people with Lewy body dementia. It is a long-term extension open to patients who completed a previous ACP-204 study, to see if the drug continues to be helpful and safe.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 55–84 - NCT07086313RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing a new ADHD drug for children
This trial tests an experimental drug (EB-1020) for children with ADHD. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective in reducing ADHD symptoms.
SapporoAges 6–17 - NCT07087353Recruiting
Remote monitoring for moderate to severe depression
This study tests whether checking in with a mental health team remotely (using your phone) can help people with moderate to severe depression feel better. It’s designed for people who are already getting treatment and want extra support from home.
BesançonAges 18 years+ - NCT07085819Recruiting
Can a plant extract help improve non-restorative sleep?
This study tests a natural plant extract given as a daily supplement to see if it helps people who feel their sleep is not refreshing, even when they get enough sleep. If you often wake up tired and are looking for a non-medication option, this trial may be a good fit.
CorkAges 18–65 - NCT07092059Recruiting
Smartphone app for stimulant use disorder
This study tests if a smartphone app can help people with stimulant use disorder stay on track. It may be a good option if you're leaving inpatient care or starting outpatient treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06684782Recruiting
Restless leg syndrome in Thai Parkinson's patients
This trial is looking at how common restless leg syndrome is in people with Parkinson's disease in Thailand. It aims to better understand the link between the two conditions so doctors can improve care for people with both.
Bangkok, BangkokAges 18–80 - NCT06568536Recruiting
EEG Study to Predict Recovery After Brain Injury
This study uses a special EEG test to measure brain activity in people who are not fully conscious after a recent brain injury. The goal is to find better ways to know if someone will wake up and recover thinking abilities.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07095062Recruiting
EEG brain mapping study for Friedreich's ataxia
This study uses an EEG (a painless test that records your brain's electrical activity) to map the brain connections in people with Friedreich's ataxia. It aims to better understand how the condition affects the brain.
Conegliano, TrevisoAges 8–60 - NCT07086508Recruiting
A program to reduce teen drinking
This study is testing a program to help high schoolers drink less alcohol. You and a parent would answer questions together online.
Binghamton, New YorkAges 15–65 - NCT07091240Recruiting
Building resilience in toddlers: a screening program
This study tests a program that helps doctors identify toddlers who might need extra support with their emotional or behavioral health. It is designed for parents of children ages 22 to 39 months who have been flagged by a special screening tool.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT07091344Recruiting
VR-based therapy for voice hearing in schizophrenia
This study tests whether a virtual reality therapy that lets you talk to an avatar of the voice you hear can help reduce distress and improve thinking skills. It's for people with schizophrenia who hear voices regularly and are on stable medication.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 18 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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