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
- NCT07834606Recruiting
Virtual reality tool for teens with alcohol or cannabis use
This trial tests if a virtual reality program, alongside usual care, helps young people in residential treatment reduce alcohol and cannabis use. It's designed for teens and young adults aged 13-21 who are staying in a residential program for at least six months.
Pozuelo de Alarcón, MadridAges 13–21 - NCT07835191Recruiting
Cooling and sweet solution to ease dental shot pain in children
This study tests whether cooling the injection site and using a sweet-tasting solution before the dental numbing shot can reduce pain for children aged 7 to 11. If your child needs a dental procedure requiring a local anesthetic injection, this might help make the experience more comfortable.
Cairo, El SheroukAges 7–11 - NCT07840417Recruiting
Deep brain reorienting therapy for PTSD in veterans
This study tests a new type of talk therapy called deep brain reorienting (DBR) for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It aims to help your brain process traumatic memories and reduce PTSD symptoms over 8 sessions.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–65 - NCT07834203Recruiting
State representation in early psychosis study
This study looks at how the brain processes information in people with early psychosis compared to healthy controls. It may help improve understanding and treatment of psychosis.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 15–45 - NCT07839650Recruiting
Brain stimulation and memory training for mild Alzheimer's disease
This study tests whether a painless brain stimulation technique (called tACS) combined with computer-based memory exercises can improve thinking and memory in people with mild Alzheimer's disease. Participation involves using the stimulation device at home with the help of a trained caregiver.
Brescia, BresciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07839026Recruiting
Greek life study for university students
This study looks at the experiences of students involved in Greek life at the University of Washington. By joining, you'll help researchers understand more about this community.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–29 - NCT07835399Recruiting
Light therapy for mild cognitive impairment and mild Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests if shining a special light through the scalp and nose can help people with mild memory or thinking problems. It aims to slow down memory decline and improve daily life.
BeijingAges 50–85 - NCT04463498Recruiting
Sleep school program for insomnia alongside mental health problems
This trial tests a group “sleep school” program to improve sleep when insomnia happens together with moderate to severe mental health symptoms. It may help you learn practical sleep strategies and improve sleep quality while you’re getting psychiatric care.
BergenAges 18–80 - NCT05280028Recruiting
Hormone treatment for overactive bladder and mood symptoms
This trial studies whether hormone treatment can improve overactive bladder symptoms, sexual well-being, mood (depressive symptoms), and body “autonomic” function (automatic body functions like heart rate and sweating) in post-menopausal women. It may help by targeting menopausal changes that can affect these symptoms.
Banqiao District, New TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT05865782Recruiting
Green schoolyard changes to help kids move more
This study looks at whether rebuilding schoolyards with more greenery can increase physical activity for children. It also aims to help with climate-related goals by changing the school environment.
StockholmAges 8–13 - NCT06467253Recruiting
Brain stimulation plus memory training for mild memory loss
This study tests two gentle brain stimulation methods combined with memory training for people with mild memory loss. It aims to help improve thinking and memory skills over 8 weeks at a psychiatric hospital in Mexico City.
Mexico CityAges 55–85 - NCT07830056RecruitingPhase 4
Modafinil for performance in cold and sleep-deprived conditions
This trial tests whether a medication called modafinil can help you stay alert and perform well on physical and mental tests when you are cold and don't get enough sleep. If you are a healthy adult, you might be able to join and help find better ways to support people in demanding situations.
Natick, MassachusettsAges 17–39 - NCT06467552Recruiting
Nutrition support to prevent confusion after major surgery
This study tests whether giving extra nutrition after surgery can help prevent confusion or delirium in older adults. It is for people aged 65 and older having major non-cardiac surgery.
SeoulAges 65 years+ - NCT06467474Recruiting
Group Education Program for Depression
This trial tests a group education program (psychoeducation) for people with moderate to severe major depression. It’s designed to help you learn skills to manage your depression alongside medication.
São PauloAges 18–59 - NCT04781452Recruiting
Testing treatment for people with significant disabilities
This trial studies a treatment in people with intellectual disability and/or severe multiple disabilities. It may help participants and caregivers learn whether the treatment is safe and potentially beneficial for this group.
Aachen, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18–80 - NCT05877391Recruiting
Collecting sexual and gender identity information in hospice
This study tests an approach to collect and use sexual orientation and gender identity (often called “SOGI”) information for people receiving hospice care. The goal is to help hospice teams better understand and support patients’ needs.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07826663Recruiting
Sleep program by phone for dementia caregivers
This study tests a self-help book about sleep, supported by phone coaching, to help caregivers of people with dementia sleep better. It may be a good fit if you struggle with sleep and care for a family member with dementia.
Hung Hom, KowloonAges 18 years+ - NCT07830082Recruiting
Drawing and writing activities for teens with type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether drawing and writing activities can help teenagers with type 1 diabetes manage their condition. It may improve their emotional well-being and diabetes control.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 9–18 - NCT07833280Recruiting
Pelvic pain, movement, sleep, and quality of life in women
This study looks at how chronic pelvic pain affects movement, sleep, and daily life in women. It may help find better ways to support women with this condition.
Kırşehir, MerkezAges 18–65 - NCT07826650Recruiting
How acute pain affects sleep in people with insomnia
This study looks at how a short-term (acute) pain affects sleep quality in people who suffer from insomnia compared to healthy sleepers. Participation may help researchers understand the link between pain and sleep problems.
Hong KongAges 18–60 - NCT07827560Recruiting
Acupressure for better sleep in older adults with high blood pressure
This study tests whether acupressure (applying pressure to certain points on the body) can help improve sleep in older adults who have both high blood pressure and trouble sleeping. It aims to find a drug-free way to reduce insomnia and potentially improve overall well-being.
Hanoi, Son TayAges 60 years+ - NCT07826520Recruiting
Daily symptom tracking for fibromyalgia
This study tracks your fibromyalgia symptoms every day for a week to understand how they change and affect your daily life. It may help improve future care by showing how symptoms fluctuate.
MardinAges 18–65 - NCT07829263Recruiting
Brain stimulation with talk therapy for cocaine use disorder
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation method (high-definition transcranial direct current stimulation, or HD-tDCS) combined with cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy) can help people reduce cocaine use. It explores if this combination is safe and practical.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18–65 - NCT07829380Recruiting
Heart and brain health study
This study looks at how heart health and brain health are connected. It may help improve thinking and memory in people with mild memory problems.
SingaporeAges 21–99
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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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.