Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,764 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,413
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1247
- Phase 3239
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 367
Top conditions
- Anxiety388
- Depression381
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Autism Spectrum Disorder240
- Dementia226
- Mild Cognitive Impairment195
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder142
- Opioid Use Disorder140
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health98
- 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
- Massachusetts266
- New York254
- Texas209
- Maryland175
- Pennsylvania169
- Florida147
- Alabama118
- Arizona109
- Illinois103
Recruiting studies7,764 total
- NCT07627386Recruiting
Lifestyle Program for Older Spouses Caring for Partners
This study tests whether a lifestyle intervention program can help older adults who are caregivers for spouses with memory problems. The program focuses on improving diet, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement to support both the caregiver's health and their ability to provide care.
KuopioAges 65 years+ - NCT07625579Recruiting
Collaboration for Down Syndrome Progress Research Study
This research study aims to better understand Down syndrome by collecting health information, family history, and sometimes brain imaging or sleep data from children and adults with Down syndrome and their families. The goal is to advance knowledge that could improve health and development for people with Down syndrome.
Orange, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT07628387Recruiting
Exercise Types for Restless Legs in Pregnancy
This study compares two types of exercise—aerobic (heart-pumping) and muscle relaxation—to help pregnant women with restless leg syndrome sleep better and feel less tired. Restless leg syndrome causes uncomfortable sensations in the legs, especially at night, which disrupts sleep during pregnancy.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07620756Recruiting
Stress relief program for Ukrainian hospital workers during war
This study tests an online stress-management program for hospital staff in Ukraine dealing with burnout during wartime. Participants complete questionnaires and online training sessions to help reduce stress and improve well-being.
Kyiv, Kyiv OblastAges 18–99 - NCT07620990Recruiting
Mindfulness meditation to reduce stress in dialysis patients
This study tests whether guided mindfulness meditation—taught through a smartphone or tablet app—can help hemodialysis patients feel less stressed and sleep better. You would practice meditation exercises while receiving your regular dialysis treatment.
FamagustaAges 18–75 - NCT07624227RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cobenfy Maintenance Effects on Cocaine Use Disorder
This study tests whether a medication called Cobenfy can reduce cocaine's effects in people with cocaine use disorder. Researchers will monitor your health and test how the medication impacts your response to cocaine.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–60 - NCT07624448Recruiting
Group therapy for autism, intellectual disability, and emotional struggles
This study tests a group therapy program for children ages 8–12 who have autism and intellectual disability and struggle with managing their emotions. The therapy meets twice weekly and includes both the child and their caregiver, with the goal of helping them learn better ways to handle big feelings.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 8–12 - NCT07627438Recruiting
Pelvic Floor Exercises for Premature Ejaculation
This trial tests whether targeted pelvic floor muscle exercises can help men with lifelong premature ejaculation last longer during intercourse. The study focuses on strengthening the muscles that control ejaculation through physical therapy techniques.
Tanta, TantaAges 18–50 - NCT07627906RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing Two Sedatives to Prevent Confusion After Cancer Surgery
This study tests two different sedative medications (ketofol and ketodex) to see which one better prevents postoperative delirium—a type of confusion that can happen after surgery—in older adults undergoing cancer surgery. The goal is to find the safest, most effective option for elderly patients.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 60 years+ - NCT07629349Recruiting
Understanding Lewy Body Dementia Symptoms and Progression
This study follows people with dementia with Lewy bodies to understand how the disease develops and changes over time. Researchers will track your symptoms and use blood tests and brain imaging to learn more about what causes this type of dementia.
StockholmAges Any age - NCT07621549Recruiting
Ultrasound Brain Stimulation for Schizophrenia Treatment
This study tests whether focused ultrasound waves directed at the brain can help reduce schizophrenia symptoms. If it works, it could offer a new treatment option for people whose symptoms aren't fully controlled by medication alone.
New Taipei CityAges 18–65 - NCT07627646Recruiting
Robot-Assisted Learning for Nursing Mental Health Skills
This study tests whether learning with a robot helps nursing students improve their communication skills, emotional understanding, and professional confidence in mental health care. You'd participate in robot-based simulation sessions alongside your regular coursework.
DammamAges 17–27 - NCT07628569Recruiting
Yoga and values work to help parents of children with special needs
This study tests whether yoga classes and talking about your personal values can help parents of children with special needs feel less stressed and better able to manage their emotions. You would attend group sessions combining gentle movement and conversations about what matters most to you.
ÇorumAges 18 years+ - NCT07625748Recruiting
Brain Stimulation Treatment for Children with Autism
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial temporal interference stimulation (a safe electrical method applied to the scalp) to help improve symptoms in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The goal is to see if this treatment can help with social communication, behavior, and other autism-related challenges.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4–10 - NCT07622316RecruitingPhase 1
Autism Research Study for Children Ages 3 and Up
This is an early-stage study exploring a new experimental treatment for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Researchers will work with your child and family to test whether this approach is safe and how it might help with autism symptoms.
Roswell, GeorgiaAges 3 years+ - NCT07622654Recruiting
Emotion-Focused Therapy for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
This study tests whether a therapy called Emotion-Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can reduce the severity of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms. The therapy teaches you to accept unwanted thoughts and commit to living according to your values rather than fighting the thoughts.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07622927Recruiting
Family conversations about bipolar disorder risk in youth
This study helps families talk about bipolar disorder when a parent or caregiver has it. Researchers are creating and testing a new tool to help young people understand their risk and recognize early warning signs, with the goal of getting help sooner if needed.
Dallas, TexasAges 7 years+ - NCT07624747Recruiting
Brain Health Study for Transgender Adults Starting Hormone Therapy
This study looks at how gender-affirming hormone therapy affects brain health and function in transgender adults. Researchers want to understand the effects of these hormones on the brain before and after treatment begins.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18–45 - NCT05490732Recruiting
Methadone dose blood-level study and monitoring
This study measures how methadone moves through your body by using planned blood samples and computer modeling. It may help doctors better predict methadone levels to support safer dosing for people already taking methadone.
MontpellierAges 18–99 - NCT05779761Recruiting
Brief coping exercises for high distress and worry
This study tests brief coping interventions to help people who feel very worried, stuck in negative thoughts, or overly self-critical. You would likely complete short activities using your smartphone and internet while the study checks how your distress changes over time.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06248229RecruitingPhase 4
Testing Dyanavel XR for fatigue in adults with ADHD
This trial tests whether the medication Dyanavel XR (a long-acting amphetamine) can help reduce fatigue in adults with ADHD. It is for people who have both ADHD and significant tiredness, and who are not currently taking stimulant ADHD drugs.
Rochester Hills, MichiganAges 18–65 - NCT06336590Recruiting
Does changing exercise time improve sleep in college students?
This study looks at whether changing the time you exercise (from evening to morning) can help college students sleep better. You'll wear a small wrist monitor to track your sleep and activity, and either keep your usual evening exercise routine or switch to morning exercise for 4 weeks.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 18–23 - NCT06700005Recruiting
Reading study for stroke survivors and healthy adults
This study looks at how reading is affected by stroke and by normal aging. Researchers hope to learn how the brain changes after a stroke and during aging, which could help improve reading therapy for stroke survivors.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05982158Recruiting
Talking to an Avatar vs. Talk Therapy for Hearing Voices
This trial compares a new therapy where you talk to a computer avatar that represents the voice you hear, with standard cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help reduce the distress from hearing voices. You must have been hearing voices for at least a year, and they should be upsetting or negative.
Hawthorn, VictoriaAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,764 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,350 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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