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
- NCT07833917Recruiting
Building resilience and responsibility in middle school
This study tests a school-based program called RISE that helps middle school students build resilience by taking on more responsibility. If you're getting extra behavior support at school, this program might help you grow and feel more in control.
Eugene, OregonAges 11–14 - 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 - NCT07827196Recruiting
Brain stimulation for behavior changes in early Alzheimer's
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial random noise stimulation (tRNS) can help reduce troubling behavioral and psychological symptoms (like agitation or anxiety) in people with early Alzheimer's disease. Participants continue their usual medication and receive either real or fake stimulation to see if it improves symptoms.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 45–84 - 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 - NCT07827677Recruiting
Brain stimulation for muscle pain relief in people with insomnia
This study looks at whether different types of brain stimulation (called TMS) can help reduce the muscle pain triggered during a test. It is designed for people who also have insomnia, and who are otherwise healthy.
Hong KongAges 18–60 - NCT05533138Recruiting
Online therapy to treat depression during pregnancy
This trial tests an internet-based version of CBT, a structured talking therapy, for depression during pregnancy. It may help by teaching practical skills to reduce depressive symptoms while you stay connected to your maternity mental health clinic.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT06472674Recruiting
Healthy Aging Study for Older Adults
This study is looking at healthy aging in older adults who live in the community. It involves completing a survey to help researchers understand how people age well.
BeijingAges 60 years+ - NCT06348472Recruiting
Biomarkers and PTSD psychotherapy response
This study is looking at whether certain biomarkers in your blood (related to inflammation and the oxytocin system) can predict how well you respond to trauma-focused psychotherapy. It may help find better ways to personalize PTSD treatment.
Hod HaSharonAges 18–80 - NCT07819773Recruiting
Device for treating generalized anxiety
This study tests a device that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain, which may help reduce symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The treatment is non-invasive and does not require surgery.
Denver, ColoradoAges 22 years+ - NCT07821658Recruiting
Lecanemab treatment study for Alzheimer's disease
This study looks at people who are taking or have taken lecanemab (a medication for Alzheimer's disease). It aims to gather more information about the treatment's effects in real-world settings.
Nutley, New JerseyAges Any age - NCT07822321RecruitingPhase 3
Brexanolone for severe postpartum depression
This trial tests an investigational medicine to help mothers with severe depression that started late in pregnancy or shortly after childbirth. It aims to improve mood and overall well-being.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 15–45 - NCT07823608RecruitingPhase 3
Monthly study medicine for adults with sleep apnea and overweight who use a breathing machine
This study tests an investigational medicine taken once a month for adults with moderate to severe sleep apnea who are overweight or have obesity and use a CPAP or similar breathing machine. It aims to see if the medicine improves sleep-related breathing.
Cullman, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07821060Enrolling by invitation
Diet and meal timing for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
This study looks at whether changing when you eat and improving your gut health (microbiome) can help manage attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It compares different diet and eating schedules to see if they improve ADHD symptoms.
Paterna, ValenciaAges 18–65 - NCT05934669RecruitingPhase 4
Numbing medicines compared for small stitches in young children
This trial tests three medicines given through the nose to keep children comfortable during minor procedures in the emergency department, specifically for closing small cuts with stitches. It may help find which nasal medicine works best and is safest for quick, minimal procedures.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 1–5 - NCT07824089Recruiting
Exercise training to reduce alcohol use and liver damage
This study tests whether a supervised exercise program can help people with alcohol-related liver disease drink less and reduce liver injury. It may work by boosting a natural hormone called FGF21, which helps regulate alcohol intake.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07818889Recruiting
Newer therapies for people thinking about suicide
This study looks at newer therapies for people who are having thoughts of suicide or have recently tried to harm themselves. The goal is to see how well these treatments work and how they can be improved to help people feel safer and recover.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07819409Recruiting
Sleep monitoring in long-term care residents
This study tests a way to detect and track sleep patterns in older adults living in long-term care facilities, which could help improve care and well-being.
Sankt Gallen, St.GallenAges Any age - NCT07820748Recruiting
Shockwave treatment for erectile dysfunction when pills do not work
This study tests a new treatment using low-intensity shockwaves to help men with erectile dysfunction who have not responded well to standard pills. It may offer an alternative to improve erectile function.
Hong KongAges 30–80 - NCT07825818RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brain scan study for heavy drinkers
This study uses a special brain scan to look at how alcohol use affects energy production in brain cells. It may help researchers find new ways to treat alcohol use disorder.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–55 - NCT07825220Enrolling by invitation
Balance and movement study for children with autism
This study looks at how motor challenges relate to balance in children with autism. It may help understand how to better support movement and coordination.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 5–12 - NCT07819448Recruiting
Aerobic exercise added to depression treatment
This study tests whether adding aerobic exercise (like walking, jogging, or cycling) to your usual depression treatment helps improve your mood. It is for adults with moderate or severe depression who are not already exercising regularly.
Chak Four Hundred Fifty-four, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–55 - NCT07818876Recruiting
Computer training to help teens with anxiety
This study tests a computer-based training program that aims to change how anxious teens interpret situations. It could help reduce anxiety by retraining the brain's automatic responses.
Denver, ColoradoAges 10–17 - NCT07817459Recruiting
Dog visits to ease exam nerves
This trial brings therapy dogs to physiotherapy students before an exam to see if it helps reduce anxiety. It looks at whether spending time with dogs helps students feel calmer and more prepared.
Bundoora, VictoriaAges Any age - NCT07821593Recruiting
Experiences after preventive mastectomy for BRCA gene carriers
This study asks women who carry a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene change and chose to have their breasts removed to prevent cancer about their experiences after surgery. Participation involves filling out a survey about your feelings and recovery.
Pavia, PaviaAges 25–70
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.