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 applicable6,421
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1248
- Phase 3237
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 367
Top conditions
- Anxiety388
- Depression381
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Autism Spectrum Disorder240
- Dementia225
- Mild Cognitive Impairment194
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder174
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder142
- Opioid Use Disorder141
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health99
- Autism94
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
- Suicidal Ideation87
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development105
- Yale University86
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University61
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- The University of Hong Kong51
- University of Pennsylvania51
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California517
- Massachusetts265
- New York255
- Texas209
- Maryland175
- Pennsylvania169
- Florida145
- Alabama118
- Arizona109
- Illinois103
Recruiting studies7,771 total
- NCT06650969Recruiting
Early detection of cognitive decline in type 2 diabetes
This study is looking at ways to catch early thinking and memory changes in people with type 2 diabetes. By joining, you may help doctors learn how to spot problems sooner and find better ways to help.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 45 years+ - NCT06116045RecruitingPhase 2
Study of BZ371A for women with sexual arousal disorder
This trial tests an investigational medication, BZ371A, to see if it can help women with Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (FSAD), a condition where they have trouble getting or keeping physical signs of arousal like lubrication and warmth. The study aims to find out if BZ371A is safe, effective, and well-tolerated.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 21–60 - NCT07693439Enrolling by invitation
DBT therapy for short-term substance use treatment
This trial is testing a therapy called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for people who are in a short-term hospital stay for substance use issues. It aims to see if DBT can help during treatment.
Ålesund, More and RomsdalAges 18 years+ - NCT07696871RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cannabidiol oil for treatment-resistant depression
This trial tests if cannabidiol (CBD) oil can help people with major depression that has not improved with standard antidepressants. You will take CBD oil or a placebo while continuing your current antidepressant treatment to see if it improves your symptoms.
Tubarão, Santa CatarinaAges 18–69 - NCT07689305Recruiting
Video Interaction as Comfort for Kids Before Surgery
This trial tests if a live parent-child video chat or a cartoon before surgery can reduce agitation when a child wakes up from anesthesia. It may help children aged 2-6 who are having planned surgery.
Izmir, İzmirAges 2–6 - NCT05558007RecruitingPhase 2
Topical treatment trial after prostate surgery in men
This Phase 2 study tests how safe and effective a topical medicine (BZ371A) is for men after prostate surgery, with the goal of improving sexual recovery and monitoring side effects. You may be able to join if you meet specific timing, health, and medication criteria after radical prostatectomy.
Belo HorizonteAges 40–65 - NCT07695090RecruitingPhase 2
Lumacaftor for improved brain blood flow in heart failure
This trial tests if lumacaftor, a medication used in cystic fibrosis, can improve blood flow to the brain in people with stable heart failure. It might help if you have heart failure with reduced pumping function and low brain blood flow.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07695701RecruitingPhase 4
Heart imaging study for a new ATTR-CM treatment
This trial uses heart scans to see how the drug acoramidis affects heart structure and function in people with a specific type of heart disease called ATTR cardiomyopathy. It may help doctors understand if the treatment is working.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–80 - NCT06650943Recruiting
Nursing help for weight and metabolic health in early psychosis
This study tests a nursing program to help people with early psychosis manage weight and reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome (a cluster of conditions that raise heart disease risk). It's designed for people who have had their first psychotic episode within the last 5 years.
Bilbao, VizcayaAges Any age - NCT07690280Recruiting
Online training and support for dementia caregivers
This study offers a web-based program to help family caregivers gain knowledge and skills for caring for someone with dementia at home. It aims to reduce caregiver stress and improve confidence.
Luodong, Yilan CountyAges 20–90 - NCT07694830Recruiting
Core exercises and diet advice for overweight women with constipation
This study tests whether specific core exercises and nutritional counseling can improve stress and metabolic health in overweight women with functional constipation. If you're eligible, you may get a structured program to help with your symptoms.
Kafr ash Shaykh, Kafr el-Sheikh GovernorateAges 18–45 - NCT07696286Recruiting
Alexithymia in chronic pain patients with a spinal cord stimulator
This study looks at a condition called alexithymia (difficulty identifying and describing emotions) in people who have chronic pain and a spinal cord stimulator. It aims to help doctors better understand how emotions affect pain treatment.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07694076Recruiting
Real-time brain feedback for depression
This trial uses a powerful MRI scanner to give you real-time feedback on brain activity linked to depression. You will learn to regulate that activity, which may reduce symptoms.
OxfordAges 18–65 - NCT07689526Recruiting
BabaCare: Testing a Care Copilot
This study tests a smartphone app called Baba that helps people who live alone and feel exhausted. It aims to see if the app can make daily life easier and reduce feelings of burnout.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 65 years+ - NCT07691918Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for mild memory loss
This trial tests if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique can help people with mild memory problems. It uses a special cap to gently stimulate the brain and aims to improve thinking and memory.
Roanoke, VirginiaAges 55–80 - NCT07693647Enrolling by invitation
Pelvic floor recovery after prostate cancer surgery
This study looks at how pelvic floor function and emotional well-being are affected at least one year after prostate removal surgery for prostate cancer. It aims to understand long-term outcomes to help improve care.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07689461Recruiting
Virtual reality for pain after hip replacement
This trial tests if using virtual reality can help reduce pain after hip replacement surgery. It may be a good option if you are having a hip replacement and have moderate to severe pain.
MalatyaAges 18–99 - NCT07691749Recruiting
Psychobiotics plus antidepressants for Major Depression
This study tests whether adding psychobiotics (special probiotics for mental health) to your current antidepressant helps treat major depression better than the antidepressant alone. It may be an option if you have moderate to severe depression and are on a stable antidepressant dose.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–60 - NCT07693270Recruiting
Study looking for markers of pain and opioid response after injury or surgery
This study is looking for biological markers (like blood tests) that can predict how people will respond to pain and opioids after a traumatic injury or surgery. The goal is to help doctors tailor pain treatment to each person.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07692984Recruiting
Alcohol and drug use in people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder
This study looks at how alcohol and substance use affects people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. It aims to understand if having these conditions together changes treatment or outcomes.
Bolu, BoluAges 18–65 - NCT07692269Recruiting
Mindfulness for emotional distress study
This study tests whether mindfulness can help reduce emotional distress. You will practice mindfulness and have your brain activity measured with EEG, a safe and painless way to record brainwaves.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–50 - NCT07694206Recruiting
Digital and blood tests for delirium in the ICU
This trial studies whether digital tools and blood tests can help detect delirium (sudden confusion) in ICU patients. If you or your loved one is in the ICU, this research could lead to better monitoring and care.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT07694895Recruiting
AI-assisted education for knee replacement recovery
This trial tests if an AI-powered educational video before you get up and walk after knee replacement surgery can help reduce fear of movement and make you feel more ready to leave the hospital.
Kocaeli, İzmitAges 18–100 - NCT07697092Recruiting
Sleep and decision-making study
This study looks at how your sleep habits and natural body clock affect the choices you make, especially about sharing with others.
Kowloon, Hung HomAges 18 years+
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 12,314 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.