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
- NCT06006637Recruiting
Measuring and reducing autism symptoms
This study tests a new platform designed to measure and reduce autism symptoms in children ages 2 to 8. It may help if your child has an autism diagnosis and is not taking psychiatric medications.
New York, New YorkAges 2–8 - NCT06110091Recruiting
Improving nighttime urination and sleep in older veterans
This study aims to improve nighttime urination (nocturia) and sleep in adults 60 and older. It offers a program that combines behavioral techniques for both bladder control and insomnia, with weekly visits at an Atlanta VA clinic.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 60 years+ - NCT06107842Recruiting
Exercise program for older veterans' memory and thinking
This study tests whether an exercise program called Gerofit can help improve memory and thinking in older Veterans. If you join, you will take part in supervised exercise sessions to see how it affects your brain health.
West Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT06117254Recruiting
Hearing aids for Veterans with trouble hearing in noise
This trial tests whether hearing aids help Veterans who have trouble hearing in noisy places but whose hearing loss is not severe. You'll visit the VA Portland Medical Center several times to see if the aids improve your daily life.
Portland, OregonAges 18–79 - NCT06110897Recruiting
Resistance Exercise for Depression Trial
This study tests whether resistance exercise (like lifting weights) can help reduce depression symptoms. If you have major depression and are not already doing regular resistance training, you may be able to join.
Ames, IowaAges 18–65 - NCT06127472Recruiting
Education program for older adults with autism
This trial offers a group education program (psychoeducation) designed for older adults with autism. It helps you learn more about autism and how to manage daily challenges, all in a supportive setting.
Apeldoorn, GelderlandAges 55 years+ - NCT06118268Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve social thinking in psychosis
This study tests whether a type of brain stimulation called intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS) can help improve social thinking and understanding in people with psychosis. Researchers want to see if this treatment can boost how you read social cues and connect with others.
Glen Oaks, New YorkAges 18–39 - NCT06126809Recruiting
How brain activity affects working memory
This trial measures how brain activity relates to working memory (the ability to hold information in mind). It uses electroencephalography (EEG), a non-invasive way to record brain waves, while you perform memory tasks. The study may help understand how different brain signals support memory in healthy young adults.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 18–35 - NCT06109363Recruiting
Sleep improvement program for Chinese adults with insomnia
This study tests a step-by-step counseling program for insomnia (CBT-I) that starts with simple steps and adds more support if needed. It’s for Chinese adults who have trouble sleeping and may help you improve your sleep without medication.
Shatin, New TerritoriesAges 18–70 - NCT06124846Recruiting
Cannabis break and brain changes in teens
This study looks at what happens in the brain when teens with cannabis use disorder stop using cannabis for 6 weeks. It uses MRI scans to see changes in areas that control habits and decisions.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 15–18 - NCT06105307Enrolling by invitation
Improving sleep and fatigue for night shift RNs
This trial uses mobile technology and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help night shift nurses improve their sleep and reduce fatigue. If you work night shifts and have a smartphone, you may be eligible to join.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06122415Recruiting
Memory clinic study with fluid and cognitive tests
This study looks at people who are being checked for memory or thinking problems. It uses standard tests done at the memory clinic, like a spinal tap and blood draw, plus memory and thinking tests, to learn more about these symptoms. You can join if these tests are already planned as part of your regular care, even if you don't take part in the study.
MalmöAges Any age - NCT06117163Recruiting
Mental health care for pregnant women with HIV in Kenya
This study tests a program that provides integrated mental health care for pregnant women living with HIV in Kenya. The goal is to improve both mental health and HIV treatment outcomes during pregnancy.
NairobiAges 15 years+ - NCT06115603RecruitingPhase 2
Testing CBG for ADHD symptoms
This study tests whether a non-psychoactive compound from hemp called CBG (cannabigerol) can help with ADHD symptoms. You will take CBG capsules or a placebo for several weeks to see if it improves focus and reduces hyperactivity.
Fayetteville, ArkansasAges 18–55 - NCT06111729Recruiting
Wristband to help stop nail biting
This study tests a special device that helps you become more aware of when you bite your nails, so you can stop. It may help if you have chronic nail biting and want to break the habit.
New York, New YorkAges 18–95 - NCT06112067Recruiting
Brain implant for severe mental health conditions
This trial tests a brain implant called deep brain stimulation (DBS) for people with severe mental health conditions that have not improved with usual treatments. The goal is to see if it can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
ShanghaiAges 18–65 - NCT06120361Recruiting
Primary care study for early cognitive decline
This research study looks at people who have noticed problems with memory or thinking (like trouble focusing or finding words) and visit their primary care doctor for help. It aims to better understand and diagnose conditions that cause these symptoms, such as Alzheimer's disease.
MalmöAges 40 years+ - NCT06115252Recruiting
Brain scan study for young adults responding to programs
This study uses brain scans and follow-up surveys to understand how young adults respond to programs. It may help if you are a right-handed young adult without a history of brain injury or certain mental health conditions.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–24 - NCT06107517Recruiting
Reducing delirium after heart bypass with early activity and sleep routines
This trial tests a program that combines gentle early activity and sleep-friendly routines after heart bypass surgery. It aims to reduce the risk of delirium—sudden confusion that can happen after surgery.
SingaporeAges 21–99 - NCT06115746Recruiting
A drug education program for middle and high school students
This study tests a program called iDECIDE, which helps students who have had a substance use issue at school. The program aims to provide education and support instead of punishment. Participants will attend up to 9 online study visits over about a year.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 9–22 - NCT06107764Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for thinking and memory in psychosis
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (rTMS) can improve thinking and memory in people with psychosis. It involves MRI scans and several study visits at McLean Hospital.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18–55 - NCT06127056Recruiting
Brain stimulation for teens who hurt themselves
This trial tests whether a gentle, non-invasive form of brain stimulation called HD-tACS can help teens who hurt themselves without meaning to die. The stimulation uses electrodes on the scalp to aim electrical signals at specific brain areas, and it is given over several sessions to see if it reduces the urge to self-harm.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 12–18 - NCT06112860Recruiting
Over-the-counter hearing aids for memory loss study
This trial tests whether over-the-counter hearing aids can help people with mild memory loss (mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia) who also have hearing loss. You and a communication partner will participate together to see if improving hearing can also help with thinking and communication.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 60–90 - NCT06121544Recruiting
Pre-Alzheimer's Study: Find Early Brain Changes
This study is looking for healthy volunteers to help detect the very earliest signs of Alzheimer's disease—before memory loss starts. You will have tests like memory checks, blood draws, brain scans, and a spinal tap to look for Alzheimer's-related changes.
MalmöAges 50–80
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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