Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,779 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,422
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1250
- Phase 3240
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 369
Top conditions
- Anxiety387
- Depression382
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Autism Spectrum Disorder239
- Dementia228
- Mild Cognitive Impairment198
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder145
- Opioid Use Disorder143
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health99
- Autism94
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)89
- Suicidal Ideation89
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development104
- Yale University87
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University62
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- University of Pennsylvania53
- Karolinska Institutet51
- The University of Hong Kong51
Where studies are running
- California520
- Massachusetts267
- New York255
- Texas209
- Maryland176
- Pennsylvania170
- Florida149
- Alabama118
- Arizona109
- Illinois104
Recruiting studies7,779 total
- NCT06474026Recruiting
Focused Ultrasound for Stimulant Use Disorder
This trial tests a non-invasive brain treatment called focused ultrasound for people with stimulant use disorder (like methamphetamine or cocaine). It aims to help reduce cravings and improve recovery by gently stimulating a brain area involved in addiction.
Seoul, SeoulAges 19–60 - NCT06463054Recruiting
Testing a program to reduce suicide risk in mothers and children
This study looks at how a mother's history of suicidal behavior might affect her child's emotional health. It tests a program designed to help both mothers and children build stronger coping skills together.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06471842Recruiting
Eating issues in kids with metabolic diseases on special diets
This trial studies eating disorders in young children with certain inherited metabolic diseases that require a special diet. It aims to understand how often these eating problems happen and what they look like.
ParisAges 1–6 - NCT06466876Recruiting
Word learning study for autistic children who speak
This study tests a special way of teaching new words to autistic children ages 4 to 10 who already speak in simple sentences. The goal is to find out if a retrieval-based practice method helps them learn and remember words better.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 4–10 - NCT06471374Recruiting
Circadian rhythm in delayed sleep-wake phase disorder
This study looks at how your body's internal clock works in people with delayed sleep-wake phase disorder, especially those living at high altitudes. It aims to understand the causes of this sleep problem and may help find better treatments.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 16–40 - NCT06462430Recruiting
Registry for children with PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome
This study is creating a registry (a database) of children with PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome, a condition that can cause growths, large head size, and other health issues. By joining, you help doctors learn more about the condition and how to better care for kids like yours.
IstanbulAges 1 year+ - NCT05146336Recruiting
CytoSorb registry for critically ill patients needing blood treatment
This registry collects information about critically ill patients who receive the CytoSorb 300 mL blood treatment. It may help doctors better understand when the treatment works best and when it should not be used.
KlagenfurtAges Any age - NCT05010265Recruiting
Learning how to detect hidden awareness using brain signals
This study explores an ethical approach to detecting “covert consciousness,” meaning a person may be aware even if they cannot show it clearly. It involves people connected to patients with disorders of consciousness, including caregivers and specialists, and uses information related to MRI or EEG brain testing done for clinical care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05942885Recruiting
Hypnosis for calming anxiety in lymphoma patients
This trial studies whether hypnosis can help reduce anxiety. It is meant for adults with certain types of lymphoma who are newly told their diagnosis and have anxiety symptoms.
Lyon, Pierre-BéniteAges 18 years+ - NCT06450288Recruiting
GO program for transitional housing residents
This trial tests a program called 'GO' for people living in transitional housing. It involves light exercise and stretching, and aims to improve well-being. You can join if you are 10 or older, speak Cantonese, and have a smartphone.
Hong KongAges 10 years+ - NCT06454903Recruiting
Smartphone app support for veterans treating opioid use disorder
This study tests a smartphone app to support Veterans in their recovery from opioid use disorder. The app aims to improve daily functioning alongside medication treatment.
West Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06451874Recruiting
Exercise for older veterans with memory and walking concerns
This study tests whether personalized exercise programs can help older veterans who walk slowly and have mild memory or thinking concerns. The goal is to improve your physical and mental function.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT06456307Recruiting
Stepped care for mood and anxiety during pregnancy
This study tests a step-by-step approach to help pregnant women who are feeling anxious or down. If you are at least 28 weeks pregnant and feeling stressed, worried, or sad, the study will offer you support and check on how you are doing.
NairobiAges 14 years+ - NCT06454136Enrolling by invitation
App-based support for teens after a suicide attempt
This trial tests a mobile app designed to help teenagers who have recently been hospitalized after a suicide attempt or serious suicidal thoughts. The goal is to see if the app can provide extra support and reduce future suicide attempts.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 13–17 - NCT05450354Recruiting
Study of related mental conditions after a child suicide attempt
This study looks at how other mental and emotional problems show up in children after a serious suicide attempt, and compares them with children after a less severe attempt. It aims to better understand what needs support in the hospital and afterward.
ParisAges 9 years+ - NCT04209153Recruiting
Brain stimulation study to help people quit nicotine addiction
This trial tests whether direct brain electrical stimulation can help people who use tobacco every day. You must have strong nicotine dependence and be able to follow the study in French, while avoiding certain health and safety conditions.
Paris, IDFAges 18 years+ - NCT05788042Recruiting
Neurostimulation therapy for anorexia nervosa
This trial tests whether targeted brain stimulation (a non-surgery treatment) can help symptoms of anorexia nervosa. It may be an option if you can safely take part and meet the trial’s mental health and testing requirements.
Sydney, New South WalesAges 16 years+ - NCT03761381Recruiting
Eye scan study for mild Alzheimer’s and memory changes
This study uses detailed eye imaging (an eye scan) to look for signs related to probable Alzheimer’s disease and mild dementia. It may help researchers understand whether eye scans can reflect brain changes and improve detection.
Portland, OregonAges 55 years+ - NCT05027919RecruitingPhase 2
Testing ways to predict opioid withdrawal during a taper
This Phase 2 study looks at what opioid withdrawal looks like in the body and whether they can measure it in a meaningful way. You may join if you have an opioid use disorder, can show physical dependence, and are interested in tapering (gradually reducing) opioids under study care.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT05099341Recruiting
Study blood HDL differences in depression
This study compares a special type of cholesterol in the blood (HDL) between people with depression and people without depression. Researchers want to understand how depression may be linked to differences in HDL and related blood markers.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT05570812RecruitingPhase 2
Pregnenolone to improve depressed mood in people with HIV
This Phase 2 trial tests a brain-acting steroid called pregnenolone to help reduce depressed mood. It studies whether it can improve mood in adults with HIV who are already on HIV treatment and still have depression symptoms.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85 - NCT05114876Recruiting
Tested a new plan to support older adults after surgery
This study looks at a redesigned surgical care plan to better support older adults who may have memory or thinking changes after major planned surgery. If you qualify, you would be assessed before surgery and followed after to see whether this approach helps.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06455384Recruiting
Studying a digital tool for genetic testing services
This trial tests a new online tool called the Genetics Navigator, which helps people access genetic testing services more easily. If you or your child have been referred for genetic testing at Mount Sinai Hospital or SickKids in Toronto, this study may help you manage the process online.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06445933Recruiting
Vitamin B6 for depression in pregnancy and after birth
This trial tests whether taking Vitamin B6 can help prevent depression in pregnant women and new mothers. If you are between 24 and 28 weeks pregnant and have no history of mental health conditions, you may be able to join.
TaipeiAges 20–50
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,779 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,461 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.