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
- NCT07087236Enrolling by invitation
How sitting and light activity affect your brain
This study looks at how different levels of sitting and light activity—from being still to moving a bit—affect your thinking and brain state. It includes both children and adults, with or without health conditions like obesity.
Viña del MarAges 5 years+ - NCT07086794RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing if pentoxifylline helps reduce cocaine use
This study tests whether a medication called pentoxifylline can reduce cocaine use in people who smoke or inject cocaine but aren't ready to stop. You'll receive either pentoxifylline or a placebo to see if it helps control cravings or use.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–55 - NCT07091149Recruiting
Digital insomnia treatment for children ages 6–12
This study tests a digital cognitive behavioral therapy program (NiteCAPP Jr) for children ages 6–12 who have insomnia. It aims to see if the program is feasible, acceptable, and helpful for improving sleep and daytime function.
Tampa, FloridaAges 6–12 - NCT07090837Recruiting
Support study for caregivers of older adults
This study tests whether using a mobile app can help support caregivers of older adults receiving home-based care. It aims to see if this improves caregiver well-being.
SingaporeAges Any age - NCT07091318RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CBT for insomnia in type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTi) can improve sleep in people with type 1 diabetes. It may help those who have poor sleep quality and use a continuous glucose monitor.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–65 - 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 - NCT07093671Recruiting
Therapy for Teens and Young Adults at Risk for Psychosis
This trial tests a type of therapy called Mentalization Based Treatment (MBT) for young people who are at high risk for developing psychosis. The therapy helps you understand your own and others' thoughts and feelings, with the goal of reducing distress and preventing psychosis.
LausanneAges 14–30 - NCT07094061Recruiting
Brain response to reward cues in young adults
This study looks at how the brain reacts to cues that signal rewards in young adults ages 18 to 22. Participants will do computer tasks and have an MRI scan to understand differences in how people respond to reward-related signals.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–22 - NCT07091877Recruiting
Cocaine use and brain response study
This study looks at how cravings for cocaine change over time in people who have recently stopped using. Researchers will measure brain activity to understand this process better.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07091721Recruiting
Talking therapy for aggressive or violent young people
This trial tests a type of talking therapy called Mentalization Based Therapy for children and teens who show aggressive or violent behavior. It aims to help them understand their own and others' feelings, which may reduce outbursts and improve relationships.
Southampton, CalmoreAges 10–17 - NCT07092345Recruiting
Helping youth connect to community care after an ER visit
This study tests a program to help youth who come to the emergency room for suicidal thoughts or self-harm. It aims to connect them and their families with support services in the community after they leave the hospital.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 8–17 - NCT07091279RecruitingPhase 2
Test of Propranolol for Severe Behaviors in Autism
This study tests a medication called propranolol to see if it can reduce aggression and other severe behaviors in adolescents and adults with autism. It might be an option if you have frequent and serious challenging behaviors that other treatments haven't helped.
Staten Island, New YorkAges 12–40 - NCT07086014Recruiting
Brain response to methamphetamine cues in men
This study uses brain scans to see how men with methamphetamine use disorder react to images or reminders of the drug. It aims to understand cravings and brain activity, which could help improve treatments.
New York, New YorkAges 18–60 - NCT07095582Recruiting
Online therapy with extra tools for depression and anxiety
This study adds extra content to internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy to see if it helps people manage depression and anxiety better. You can participate from home if you live in Saskatchewan and are 18 or older.
Regina, SaskatchewanAges 18 years+ - NCT07085923Recruiting
Heart health study for people with mental illness
This study tests a program to improve heart health in people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder who take antipsychotic medication or lithium and have a high body weight. The goal is to help reduce heart disease risk.
OsloAges 25–70 - NCT07091292Recruiting
Exercise as a treatment for cannabis use
This study tests whether regular exercise can help young adults reduce or stop their cannabis use. It may be a good fit if you are 18-40, use cannabis as your main drug, and want to try an exercise-based approach.
Hong KongAges 18–40 - NCT07094789Recruiting
Ultrasound therapy for stubborn depression
This trial tests whether a non-invasive ultrasound technique can help people whose depression has not improved with standard treatments. You would receive the ultrasound treatment while having MRI scans to see how your brain changes.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT07085754Recruiting
Sleep loss and brain health in people with different APOE genes
This study looks at how one night of no sleep affects thinking and brain function in healthy young adults who have different versions of the APOE gene. It aims to understand why some people might be more sensitive to sleep loss.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–40 - NCT07087951Recruiting
Sound therapy for memory loss in older adults
This study tests whether listening to a special sound (gamma-frequency tones) can help slow down memory loss in older adults. It's for people who have mild memory problems but not dementia or other brain disorders.
Taoyuan, GuishanAges 60 years+ - NCT07094607Recruiting
Eco-anxiety and sustainable eating study
This study looks at how anxiety about the environment and ecological awareness affect eating habits. It may help understand the link between your feelings about nature and your food choices.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT07088302Recruiting
Lactase enzyme for feeding intolerance in preterm babies
This trial tests if giving lactase enzyme supplements helps preterm babies (born at or before 32 weeks) tolerate their feedings better. If your baby was born early and started feeding within the first few days of life, this study may be a good fit.
AlexandriaAges 3 days–1 month - NCT07086781Recruiting
Helping toddlers with autism in rural North Carolina
This study tests a program to support toddlers with a new autism diagnosis and their caregivers who live in rural North Carolina. It aims to improve outcomes for the whole family.
Carrboro, North CarolinaAges 1–99 - NCT07091032Recruiting
Building connections for better health
This study tests if helping people address obesity, cancer screenings, or mental health struggles can improve their overall health. You may qualify if you have obesity, are behind on colon or cervical cancer screening, or have depression or anxiety.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT07088939Recruiting
Online skills course for depression and anxiety
This trial tests an online course that teaches skills to manage emotions. It is for people in Ontario with mild depression or anxiety who are not currently in therapy.
Windsor, OntarioAges 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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