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
- NCT07598409Recruiting
Brain Training Program for Older Adults in Spain
This study tests whether a computer-based brain training program can help older adults maintain or improve their thinking and memory skills. Researchers will compare people with normal thinking abilities to those with mild memory problems to see if the training helps both groups.
Madrid, MadridAges 65 years+ - NCT07595614Recruiting
Weekly Writing to Track Recovery Progress in Substance Use
This study asks men in residential treatment for substance use to write weekly reflections about their recovery. Researchers will analyze these writings to better understand how people progress through treatment and improve how clinicians support recovery.
Potrerillos, JaliscoAges 18 years+ - NCT07596147Recruiting
Early Movement Training for At-Risk Infants
This trial tests an early intervention program called SAFE for babies aged 3–12 months who had complications at birth or were born prematurely. The goal is to help their brain and movement development through specialized therapy.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 3 months–1 year - NCT07602270Recruiting
How a Ketogenic Diet Affects Alcohol in Your Body
This study tests whether eating a ketogenic diet (very low carb, high fat) changes how your body processes alcohol. Researchers will have you follow a special diet and then measure your body's response to controlled amounts of alcohol in a lab setting.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 21–50 - NCT07603102Recruiting
Mindfulness and Walking Training for Memory After Stroke
This study tests whether combining mindfulness meditation with balance and walking exercises can help improve memory and thinking skills in people who had a stroke. The trial focuses on people with mild cognitive impairment—difficulty thinking clearly—after stroke recovery.
NanjingAges 55 years+ - NCT07600840Enrolling by invitation
Smart Watch and App for Understanding and Treating Sleep Problems
This study tests a combination of a wearable smart watch, brain-wave monitor (EEG), and smartphone app designed to help understand your sleep problems and emotions. The goal is to develop a digital tool that tracks your sleep patterns and mood to improve insomnia treatment.
Taipei, TaipeiAges 18–64 - NCT07600411Recruiting
Weight-loss surgery and mood: comparing two surgical approaches
This study follows patients undergoing one of two common weight-loss surgeries (sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass) to see how each affects binge eating, depression, and anxiety. Researchers want to understand which surgery may help improve both weight and mental health outcomes.
Cairo, Al-Manial CairoAges 18–60 - NCT07602283Recruiting
Music to Help with Pain and Memory Problems
This study tests whether listening to music can help reduce pain and improve thinking in people with early memory loss or mild dementia. Researchers will monitor brain activity, heart rate, and pain levels while you or your loved one participate in music sessions.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 50–80 - NCT07597707Recruiting
Health and Resilience in Girls and Women With ADHD
This research study explores the health, wellbeing, and resilience of girls and women with ADHD across different life stages. Researchers want to understand your experiences and challenges to improve support and care for people with ADHD.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 10 years+ - NCT07597798Recruiting
Accessory Artery Detection and Erectile Function After Prostate Surgery
This study examines whether finding a small extra blood vessel (accessory pudendal artery) on imaging before nerve-sparing prostate surgery helps predict how well men recover erectile function afterward. The goal is to improve sexual health outcomes for men treated for prostate cancer.
LondonAges 18–79 - NCT07595666Enrolling by invitation
New PET scanner versus standard PET for head and neck imaging
This study compares a newer PET/CT scanner (called NeuroEXPLORER) with standard PET/CT scanners for imaging the head and neck region. The goal is to see if the new scanner provides better or clearer images to help diagnose conditions.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 4 weeks+ - NCT07601646RecruitingPhase 2
New Paste Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction
This trial tests a new alprostadil paste applied inside the urethra (the tube you urinate through) to help men with erectile dysfunction who haven't responded well to pills like Viagra. The goal is to find the right dose that safely improves erections.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 21–75 - NCT07598617Recruiting
Testing a New Computer Memory Assessment for Early Cognitive Changes
This study evaluates a new computer-based test to detect early memory and thinking changes before they progress to dementia. Researchers are looking for adults 65+ who've noticed subtle cognitive changes in the last 5 years to help refine and test this assessment tool.
Plymouth, DevonAges 65 years+ - NCT07603518RecruitingPhase 1
How a Hemp Topical Product Works in Your Body
This Johns Hopkins study tests a hemp-based cream to understand how your body absorbs and processes it. You'll stay overnight in the clinic and let researchers measure the product's effects, which could help develop better cannabis-based treatments.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–55 - NCT07595783Recruiting
Brain Training for Children With ADHD Using Neurofeedback
This study tests a new type of brain training called neurofeedback to help children with ADHD. Children complete sessions where they learn to control their own brain activity, which may improve attention and focus.
BielefeldAges 6–13 - NCT07599930Recruiting
Novel Snack for Perimenopausal Symptoms and Wellness
This study tests whether a specially designed snack can help reduce hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, and other symptoms that happen during perimenopause (the years leading up to menopause). You'll eat the snack regularly and answer questions about how you feel.
London, LondonAges 40–55 - NCT07600671Recruiting
Smartphone-Based Eating Disorder Support Study
This study tests a new way to help people with eating disorders using a smartphone app that tracks eating behaviors and provides support. Researchers will use your phone data to understand your eating patterns and help develop better treatments.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 18–70 - NCT07602699RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide to Help People Quit Smoking
This study tests whether tirzepatide, a medication that helps with weight and blood sugar, can also help people quit smoking. You'd receive the medication plus standard quitting support (nicotine patches or gum and a quit-smoking app) over several months.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21–65 - NCT07599306Recruiting
Telehealth Rehabilitation for Heart Patients After ICU Recovery
This study tests whether supervised remote rehabilitation exercises can help people recover better after a long ICU stay. Many patients struggle with weakness, memory problems, or mood changes after intensive care—this trial aims to improve those symptoms through video-guided therapy.
Milan, MilanoAges 30–75 - NCT07595185Enrolling by invitation
Brain Stimulation to Improve Sleep in Chronic Insomnia
This study tests whether accelerated repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)—a non-invasive brain stimulation technique—can improve sleep architecture and quality in people with chronic insomnia. The treatment may help you fall asleep faster and sleep longer without medication.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–85 - NCT07595068Recruiting
Ultrasound for Sleep and Heart Function Before Heart Surgery
This trial tests a new treatment using focused ultrasound to help regulate your nervous system and improve sleep quality before heart surgery. The goal is to help reduce anxiety and improve how well you sleep during the time leading up to and after your cardiology procedure.
Huangshi, HubeiAges 18–79 - NCT06716996Recruiting
Brain stimulation for mood problems after COVID-19
This study tests if repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, can help people aged 18 to 65 who have ongoing depression or low mood for more than 12 weeks after a confirmed COVID-19 infection. The treatment uses magnetic pulses to gently stimulate parts of the brain involved in mood regulation.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18–65 - NCT06629389RecruitingPhase 2
Cannabidiol (Kanbis) for Parkinson's symptoms
This trial tests whether cannabidiol (CBD) can help with Parkinson's disease symptoms. Researchers want to see if it's safe and effective for people with mild to moderate Parkinson's who are already on stable medications.
Mendoza, Mendoza ProvinceAges 40–80 - NCT06181513RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Probiotics for mild Alzheimer's disease
This study tests whether daily probiotics (beneficial bacteria) can help people with mild Alzheimer's disease. It's an early-phase trial to see if probiotics are safe and might improve thinking and memory.
NicosiaAges 65–85
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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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.