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
- NCT07589283Enrolling by invitation
Understanding CJD through medical records and imaging
This study collects information from patients diagnosed with Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), a rare brain condition, to better understand how it develops and progresses. Researchers will review your medical records, blood tests, brain scans, and other clinical data to identify patterns that could help future patients.
FuzhouAges Any age - NCT07591324Recruiting
3D-Printed vs. Traditional Space Holders for Kids' Teeth
This study compares two types of dental devices that hold space in a child's mouth after baby molars fall out early. The research tests whether a newer 3D-printed version works as well as or better than the traditional wire-based device.
Ismailia, Ismailia GovernorateAges 7–9 - NCT07589647Recruiting
Brain Stimulation for Bipolar Disorder and Weight Management
This study tests whether a small electrical stimulation device targeting a specific brain region (the suprachiasmatic nucleus) can help improve metabolic health and weight in people with stable bipolar disorder who also have obesity. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and effective.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–45 - NCT07592533Recruiting
Shockwave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction
This study tests whether shockwave therapy—a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves—can help improve erectile dysfunction. If you qualify, you'll receive shockwave treatments and answer questions about your sexual function over time.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07594756Recruiting
Online social support while waiting for mental health care
This trial tests an online platform that offers social support and activities for young people aged 16 to 25 who are waiting for mental health care. It may help reduce distress and make the waiting period easier.
AmsterdamAges 16–25 - NCT07592975Recruiting
Food with Fiber and B-Vitamins for Gut Health in Older Adults
This study tests whether adding special fibers (prebiotics) and B-vitamins to food can improve your gut bacteria, reduce inflammation, and support mental health. You'll eat fortified foods for several weeks while researchers track changes in your digestion and wellbeing.
Coleraine, County LondonderryAges 50 years+ - NCT07590180Recruiting
Internet Gaming Habits and Brain Chemistry in Young Teens
This study looks at how excessive video gaming affects the brains and behavior of children ages 10–14. Researchers will compare children who game heavily with those who don't, measuring brain chemicals and decision-making patterns to understand why some kids struggle to control their gaming.
Istanbul, BakirkoyAges 10–14 - NCT07591428Recruiting
Reducing risky drinking to prevent cancer
This study tests a program to help people who drink alcohol regularly cut back on high-risk drinking. The goal is to reduce cancer risk by changing drinking habits.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 18–120 - NCT07594652RecruitingPhase 4
ADHD Treatment for Children With Epilepsy
This study tests whether a specific ADHD medication (Jornay PM) is safe and helpful for children who have both epilepsy and ADHD. Researchers want to see if treating ADHD can improve focus and behavior without making seizures worse.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 6–17 - NCT07591363Recruiting
Building Emotional Intelligence Skills for Students and Teachers
This study teaches secondary school students and teachers in Dhaka how to better understand and manage their emotions. It focuses on students who may struggle with emotional awareness and aims to improve their mental health through an emotional intelligence training program.
DhakaAges 12–17 - NCT07590999Recruiting
Probiotics and Menopause Symptoms: A Research Study
This study tests whether taking a probiotic supplement helps with hot flushes, mood changes, and other symptoms of perimenopause (the years around menopause). Researchers believe gut health may play a role in these symptoms.
Oxford, EnglandAges 45–60 - NCT07590115Enrolling by invitation
Behavioral Patterns and Treatment Success in Substance Use Recovery
This study looks at how behavioral patterns change during residential treatment for substance use disorder. Researchers will track your progress over several weeks to understand what helps people succeed in recovery.
Potrerillos, JaliscoAges 18–60 - NCT06433271Recruiting
Therapy study for adjustment disorder after trauma
This study compares a new type of talk therapy (Transdiagnostic Behavior Therapy) to standard care for veterans and active military members who are struggling with adjustment disorder after a traumatic event. The goal is to see which approach helps people feel better and adjust to life after trauma.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06544226Recruiting
Using smart devices to track eating disorder recovery
This study tests whether smart devices can help monitor recovery in people with eating disorders. You will use a device to track health signs and attend weekly clinic visits.
LiverpoolAges 10 years+ - NCT06721104Recruiting
Balance and jaw health in autism
This study looks at balance, jaw joint function, and social skills in people with autism. It aims to understand how these areas are connected and could help improve care.
KirikkaleAges 4–21 - NCT06721195Recruiting
Study of Euphoria from Remimazolam During GI Scopes
This trial studies a sedative called remimazolam and how it makes people feel during routine upper and lower GI scope procedures. It may help doctors understand which patients are more likely to feel a sense of euphoria (a feeling of intense happiness) from the medicine.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06720792Recruiting
Escape game for student mental health
This trial tests if playing an escape game can help improve the mental health of university students. If you are a student in France, you may be able to join.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT05423275Recruiting
Light treatment to help you stop antidepressants safely
This study tests whether a “light and ion” treatment can help people with major depression (MDD) who are doing well on antidepressants safely reduce or stop them. You must be in remission and be willing to discontinue for reasons like side effects or personal preference.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19–65 - NCT04789915RecruitingPhase 1
Testing memantine added to dopamine-targeting treatment for early psychosis
This Phase 1 study tests whether adding memantine can improve “negative symptoms” (like low motivation, reduced emotional expression) in people having their first episode of psychosis. It’s designed to understand safety and early effects when dopamine-related treatment is adjusted.
Glostrup Municipality, Capitol RegionAges 18–45 - NCT05548946Recruiting
Study of personality patterns in adults age 65 and older
This study looks at personality patterns in older adults using information gathered from participants. It may help researchers better understand how these patterns show up later in life.
Tienen, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT05443633Recruiting
Brain and speech training for people with aphasia
This study looks at ways to improve language (speaking and understanding) for people with aphasia caused by stroke or dementia, using MRI to study brain function. It may help by testing language-focused approaches and how brain activity changes during treatment.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 21–80 - NCT06142032Recruiting
Virtual support groups in metaverse for Ukrainian refugees
This trial tests whether virtual support groups in the metaverse can help Ukrainian refugees feel connected and supported. If you are a Ukrainian refugee without a diagnosed mental disorder and not currently in treatment, you may be eligible.
BucharestAges 18–85 - NCT06246669Recruiting
Exercise and fear after concussion in college athletes
This study looks at whether prescribed exercise can help college athletes feel less afraid of pain after a concussion. It aims to see if exercise helps them recover better.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–25 - NCT06484387Recruiting
Studying social interaction in schizophrenia
This trial looks at how people with schizophrenia and healthy volunteers synchronize during conversations. It aims to understand social difficulties in schizophrenia.
MontpellierAges 18–60
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.