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
- NCT07045259Recruiting
Exergaming vs. exercise for memory and movement in seniors
This study compares fun video games that get you moving (exergaming) with standard muscle-strengthening exercises. It aims to see which one better helps older adults who have both slower walking speed and memory concerns.
BalıkesirAges 65 years+ - NCT07053098Recruiting
Boosting Alcohol Use Disorder Meds in Psychiatric Care
This study aims to help doctors and staff at three psychiatric clinics better prescribe medications for alcohol use disorder to patients with serious mental illness. It looks at whether extra support and guidance can improve treatment.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–90 - NCT07054866Recruiting
Rural autistic kids & language support study
This study is for autistic children or those with language delays, as well as their siblings or cousins, living in rural areas. It aims to help them express themselves better. Typically-developing children are also welcome as a comparison group.
Bozeman, MontanaAges 2 years+ - NCT07048951Recruiting
Memory and awareness after ICU: understanding moments of disconnect
This trial studies episodes of lost or altered consciousness that some people experience after a long stay in the ICU. It aims to understand how these episodes affect memory and recovery.
Liège, LiègeAges 18 years+ - NCT07048600Recruiting
Brief trial of ACT-i for adults with chronic insomnia
This trial tests a psychological treatment called ACT-i for people with chronic insomnia (trouble sleeping for a long time). It aims to see if this online therapy can help improve sleep without drugs.
Cluj-NapocaAges 18–59 - NCT07048990Recruiting
Empowerment group therapy for Ukrainian adults affected by war
This trial tests a group therapy program designed to help Ukrainian adults cope with depression, anxiety, stress, or other war-related distress. It aims to see if this support is helpful and practical for people living in or from Ukraine.
Kyiv, Kyiv OblastAges 18 years+ - NCT07047378Recruiting
ACT training for parents and kids at risk
This trial tests a 6-week program using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help reduce parental burnout and improve child well-being. It is for Cantonese-speaking families in Hong Kong who are experiencing emotional distress or are at risk of domestic violence.
Kwun TongAges 3–65 - NCT07052955Recruiting
Health riddles for less fear and pain in circumcised children
This study tests whether answering health riddles can help reduce fear, anxiety, and pain in children ages 4 to 6 getting circumcised. The goal is to make the experience less stressful for your child.
Gümüşhane, CenterAges 4–6 - NCT07052240Enrolling by invitation
Suicide prevention training for university students in Spain
This study tests a suicide prevention training program for university students in Spain. The goal is to teach you how to recognize warning signs and help someone who might be thinking about suicide.
ValenciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07053826Recruiting
Penile lengthening before penile implant surgery
This trial tests a special penile lengthening procedure done just before placing an inflatable penile implant. It may help men with erectile dysfunction who are already planning to get an implant get a better cosmetic result.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07046429Recruiting
Melatonin for sleep and brain health in cirrhosis
This study tests whether melatonin (a natural sleep hormone) can improve sleep and thinking abilities in people with cirrhosis and liver-related brain fog. It aims to see if better sleep leads to clearer thinking.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07048002Recruiting
Silent brain infarct and cognitive decline after heart surgery
This trial tests a bundle of interventions to prevent silent brain infarctions (small 'silent' strokes) and thinking problems after heart or blood vessel surgery with a heart-lung machine. If you are 60 or older and having such surgery, this study may help protect your brain health.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 60 years+ - NCT07048340Recruiting
Therapy for insomnia in kids aged 7-11
This trial tests if a type of talk therapy (cognitive-behavioral therapy) can help children ages 7 to 11 who have trouble sleeping. It aims to improve their sleep without using medicine.
Tel Aviv, IsraelAges 7–11 - NCT07050095Recruiting
Virtual reality vs. medication for anxiety before eye surgery
This trial compares using a virtual reality headset against a standard anti-anxiety medication (midazolam) to help patients relax before dacryocystorhinostomy (tear duct) surgery. It aims to find a non-drug way to reduce anxiety.
CairoAges 18–65 - NCT07051330Recruiting
Personalized training for depression symptoms
This study tests a personalized training program for people with mild to moderate depression symptoms. It uses a smartphone app and text messages to help improve mood and well-being.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT07048314RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cells for erectile dysfunction after prostate surgery
This trial tests if stem cells can help restore erectile function in men who have had prostate cancer surgery (RALP). It is for men with localized, low-risk cancer and good sexual function before surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 40–70 - NCT07044752Enrolling by invitation
Anxiety prevention program for Paterson residents
This study tests a program to help prevent anxiety. It is for people who live in Paterson and can read and speak English.
Paterson, New JerseyAges 13–21 - NCT07052474Recruiting
Intensive trauma therapy for teens with PTSD
This study tests a short, intensive trauma-focused treatment for teenagers aged 13 to 17 with PTSD. It aims to see if the program is practical and helpful for teens and their families.
StockholmAges 13–17 - NCT07054554Recruiting
Helping families find mental health support for preschoolers
This study is testing a program to help families connect with mental health services for preschoolers who are showing early signs of emotional or behavioral challenges. It aims to support caregivers like you in getting the right help for your child.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07054723Recruiting
Surviving daily life after breast cancer
This study looks at how breast cancer survivors manage daily life. Researchers want to learn from people who are 40 or older and at least 5 years past their diagnosis. The goal is to better understand what helps people thrive after cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 40 years+ - NCT07044466Recruiting
Social functioning study for people in treatment for opioid use
This study looks at how people recovering from opioid use disorder get along with a close friend or family member (called a CSO). It may help improve social support during early treatment.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07045792Recruiting
Body awareness therapy for stressed young adults
This trial tests if body awareness therapy can help reduce stress, improve balance, sleep, and mood in young adults who are experiencing high stress. If you are between 20 and 30 years old and feel very stressed, this study may be a good fit.
Hatay, AntakyaAges 20–30 - NCT07050342Enrolling by invitation
Nutrition and mental health clinic evaluation
This pilot study looks at how a specialized clinic that combines nutrition advice with mental health support can improve well-being. If you join, you will answer online questionnaires to help the clinic understand if this approach works.
Graz, StyriaAges 18–65 - NCT07051135Recruiting
Online training for public speaking anxiety (HablaRÉ)
This study tests a self-guided online program called HablaRÉ that helps people change unhelpful thinking patterns that fuel public speaking anxiety. It’s designed for adults who have significant fear of public speaking and can use a device with internet.
Castellon, CastellónAges 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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