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
- NCT07612449Recruiting
Percepta for Cognitive Optimization
This study tests whether Percepta, combined with wearable ring tracking, can help improve memory and thinking skills in people with mild cognitive concerns. You'll use an Oura Ring to track health data and complete app-based surveys to see if the treatment helps your cognitive function.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 40–85 - NCT07615790Recruiting
Exercise Program for Postmenopausal Women's Heart Health
This study tests whether a structured exercise program can improve heart rate variability (how your heart adapts to activity) and reduce menopausal symptoms in women after menopause. Researchers want to see if exercise helps your cardiovascular health during this life stage.
Istanbul, AtasehirAges 45–65 - NCT07616999Recruiting
Long-term follow-up study of early psychosis treatment
This study follows people who were part of an earlier research trial about medication management during their first psychotic episode. Researchers want to understand how those early treatment choices affected their recovery over the past 20 years.
Hong KongAges 18–65 - NCT07612631RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brain imaging study of alcohol and stress response
This research uses brain imaging to understand how two brain systems—one involved in stress and one involved in reward—interact in people with alcohol use disorder. The goal is to find new ways to help people reduce heavy drinking.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–55 - NCT07612579Recruiting
Anesthesia choice and delirium after surgery
This study compares two types of anesthesia (propofol and sevoflurane) to see which one helps prevent confusion and delirium after surgery. Delirium is a temporary state of confusion that can happen after surgery, and researchers want to understand which anesthesia approach might reduce this risk.
BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT07615478Recruiting
Hot spring therapy for reducing fatigue during altitude rowing training
This study tests whether soaking in hot springs can help young rowers feel less tired and recover better while training at high altitude. Researchers want to see if the hot water helps the body's natural fatigue-fighting systems work better.
Macao, MacaoAges 12–16 - NCT07613008Recruiting
Mobile app to prevent perinatal depression and anxiety
This study tests a personalized smartphone app designed to help pregnant women and their partners prevent depression and anxiety during pregnancy and after birth. Participants use the app for support and receive check-ins from healthcare providers.
Mairena del Aljarafe, SevillaAges 18 years+ - NCT07615829Recruiting
Dance Exercise and Health Benefits in Women
This study examines how regular dance exercise affects overall health and wellbeing in women. Researchers want to understand if dancing can improve physical fitness, mood, and other health markers.
Trikala, KariesAges 35–70 - NCT07619092Recruiting
Flumazenil to reverse sedation during depression treatment
This trial tests whether flumazenil (a medication that reverses sedation from anti-anxiety drugs) can safely help patients wake up faster after electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), a treatment for severe depression. The goal is to see if it improves recovery time without causing problems.
Frederiksberg, Capital RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT07614074Recruiting
Understanding Recovery from Coma and Unconsciousness
This study follows patients who have been in a coma (deep unconsciousness) for at least 24 hours due to a brain injury. Researchers will track how patients recover over time to better understand which factors help predict who will wake up and how well they'll recover.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06703320Recruiting
Virtual reality pathfinding study for stroke recovery
This study uses a virtual reality pathfinding game to see how your brain activates after a stroke. It may help doctors understand how to improve recovery.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06703307Recruiting
Brain markers for stroke-related thinking changes
This study uses a special brain scanning technique (fNIRS) to look for markers that show how stroke affects thinking. Both people who have had a stroke and healthy volunteers can join.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07615426RecruitingPhase 1
Testing aticaprant with antipsychotic medication for schizophrenia
This study tests whether a new medication called aticaprant is safe and well-tolerated when added to your current antipsychotic medication for schizophrenia. The goal is to see if it could help improve symptoms without causing serious side effects.
Garden Grove, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07613710RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of Lu AH69593 for healthy adults or narcolepsy
This study tests whether a new medication called Lu AH69593 is safe and well-tolerated in healthy adults and people with narcolepsy type 1. Researchers want to understand how the drug affects the body and whether it could help treat excessive daytime sleepiness.
HelsinkiAges 18–64 - NCT06705296RecruitingPhase 1
Deep brain stimulation for severe PTSD
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation, a surgery that uses a small device to send electrical pulses to specific brain areas, can help people with severe PTSD that hasn't improved after trying several treatments. It aims to see if this approach is safe and effective for long-lasting symptoms.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–70 - NCT06706687Recruiting
Brain imaging and epigenetics in frontotemporal dementia and bipolar disorder
This study uses brain scans and genetic tests to understand the differences between behavioral variant frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD) and bipolar disorder. It may help improve diagnosis and find better treatments for both conditions.
Milan, MIAges 18 years+ - NCT06481176Recruiting
How exercise affects blood in restless legs syndrome
This trial studies how a single session of exercise changes blood markers in people with restless legs syndrome (RLS) who are not currently being treated. If you have moderate to severe RLS and are not regularly active, this study may help us understand how exercise affects your condition.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06703242Recruiting
Health program for ultra-orthodox mothers of kids with ADHD
This study tests a health promotion program designed specifically for Ultra-Orthodox Jewish mothers who have children with ADHD. The goal is to help mothers support their own well-being while caring for their child.
JerusalemAges Any age - NCT05127278Recruiting
Testing a tool to spot early signs of new mental health problems
This study tests whether a new screening tool can detect emerging mental health problems at an early stage. It may help people and clinicians identify issues sooner, so support can happen earlier.
GlasgowAges 12–35 - NCT04920318Recruiting
Study to improve language in primary progressive aphasia
This trial looks at ways to improve language abilities in people with primary progressive aphasia (a long-term brain condition that affects speech and language). It may help if your communication problems come from this condition and you can safely take part in the study activities, which likely involve language practice and MRI scanning.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 45–80 - NCT05665179Recruiting
Community program for people receiving addiction treatment
This trial is focused on people who are currently getting treatment for substance use disorder. It aims to test community partnership approaches that reduce barriers and improve support during recovery.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT05957055RecruitingPhase 2
ADHD medicine compared for kids with type 1 diabetes
This Phase 2 study compares two ADHD medicines—lisdexamfetamine and methylphenidate—in children who have ADHD and type 1 diabetes. It’s designed to see which option works better and is safe/effective for managing ADHD without causing major problems for diabetes care.
Lodz, Łódź VoivodeshipAges 8 years–16.5 years - NCT05997680Recruiting
Yoga for attention in kids with heart disease
This study tests if a parent-child yoga program can help improve attention in children aged 4 to 6 with congenital heart disease who have attention difficulties. You and your child would attend yoga sessions together for 8 weeks.
Montreal, QuebecAges 4–6 - NCT06612853Recruiting
Sleep Quality Scale Validation for Spine Patients
This study tests a single question about sleep quality to see if it works well for people with spine problems. You will fill out a simple questionnaire and may help improve how sleep is measured in future spine care.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 14 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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