Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 8,199 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,804
- Phase 2511
- Phase 1256
- Phase 3244
- Phase 4214
- Phase 1/Phase 298
- Phase 2/Phase 372
Top conditions
- Depression419
- Anxiety411
- Alzheimer Disease342
- Autism Spectrum Disorder258
- Dementia227
- Mild Cognitive Impairment201
- Schizophrenia192
- Major Depressive Disorder188
- Cognitive Impairment157
- Insomnia154
- Alcohol Use Disorder150
- Opioid Use Disorder145
- Stress136
- PTSD110
- Autism95
- Mental Health92
- Suicidal Ideation92
- Anxiety Disorders83
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development104
- Yale University96
- Massachusetts General Hospital78
- Stanford University72
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris65
- Johns Hopkins University63
- University of California, Los Angeles61
- The University of Hong Kong52
- University of Pennsylvania52
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California528
- New York267
- Massachusetts261
- Texas224
- Maryland176
- Pennsylvania174
- Florida154
- Alabama118
- Arizona117
- Connecticut114
Recruiting studies8,198 total
- NCT07259408Recruiting
Tools for people in prison with suicidal thoughts
This study asks professionals and people in prison to help create new tools for managing suicidal thoughts. It's a chance to share your experience and help improve care.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 18 years+ - NCT06517199RecruitingPhase 3
Olanzapine for cancer-related appetite and weight loss
This trial tests whether the drug olanzapine can help improve appetite and reduce weight loss in people with advanced cancer who are not currently receiving chemotherapy or other anti-cancer treatment. It may be an option if you have lost weight and have little appetite.
BangkokAges 18 years+ - NCT07055555Enrolling by invitation
Stress and memory study for healthy young adults
This study looks at how short-term stress affects the way your brain connects and stores memories. You will do memory tasks before and after a mild stress activity to see if stress changes how you remember things.
Henderson, NevadaAges 18–35 - NCT06821295RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Smartphone app to help reduce drinking at shelters
This trial tests a smartphone app that gives you personal tips to help you drink less alcohol, especially if you are staying at or getting services from a shelter. The app sends you messages at the right times to help you cut back on drinking.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT06471816Recruiting
A kindergarten program to support children's mental health
This study tests a simple conversation-based program in kindergartens to support young children's emotional well-being. If your child is in their third last year of kindergarten, you may be able to join.
BergenAges 2–3 - NCT07257848Recruiting
Psychotherapy study from Ecuador mental health services
This study looks at how well psychological therapy works in real-life settings in Ecuador. It examines the experiences of clients, therapists, and supervisors to find what helps or hinders progress.
Quito, (P)PichinchaAges 11 years+ - NCT06931093Recruiting
Group writing therapy for teens with complex PTSD
This study tests a type of group writing therapy for adolescents with complex PTSD. The goal is to see if it helps reduce trauma symptoms.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 10–18 - NCT06823453Recruiting
Training friends and family to support people who use opioids
This study trains friends and family members of people who use opioids, so they can provide better support and reduce stigma. It also includes people who use opioids to see if this training improves their relationship and well-being.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07254299Recruiting
Hypnosis for ICU recovery and wellbeing
This study tests whether hypnosis sessions during an ICU stay can improve mental and physical recovery after a serious illness. It aims to reduce long-term problems like anxiety, depression, and memory issues.
GenevaAges 18 years+ - NCT03886025Recruiting
tDCS brain stimulation plus cognitive training and decision practice
This trial studies whether a noninvasive brain stimulation method (tDCS) combined with thinking and decision-making practice can improve how people perform on cognitive tasks. It is aimed at healthy adults, and it may help researchers understand who could benefit from these approaches.
Kingston, OntarioAges 18–40 - NCT07560371Enrolling by invitation
Testing a Mindfulness Refresher Course for NHS Staff
This study tests whether a short mindfulness "booster" course helps healthcare workers who've already done mindfulness training stay calm and reduce stress. You'd attend a few sessions to refresh your practice.
Worthing, West SussexAges 18 years+ - NCT07252583Recruiting
Sexuality and mental health in older adults
This study looks at how sexuality and mental health are connected in older adults. It involves a questionnaire about your experiences and feelings, with no treatments or medications.
Clermont-FerrandAges 60 years+ - NCT07252011Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for mood swings
This study tests a non-invasive electrical stimulation method to help people with mood swings. It aims to improve mood stability and brain function.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06937021Enrolling by invitation
Art and philosophy program for kids' eco-anxiety
This trial tests whether an art and philosophy program can help elementary school children manage their eco-anxiety. If your child is in elementary school, they may be able to join.
Henhurst Ridge, Burton-on-TrentAges 5–12 - NCT07738081Enrolling by invitation
Testing a new therapy for substance use and emotional health
This trial is testing a new type of therapy (the Unified Protocol) that helps people who are in treatment for substance use and also have depression or anxiety. The goal is to see if this approach can improve emotional well-being and reduce substance use.
OviedoAges 18 years+ - NCT07249970Recruiting
Understanding addiction recovery over time
This study follows people who are waiting for addiction treatment to understand their long-term paths. It may help researchers learn how to better support recovery.
Bordeaux, GirondeAges 18 years+ - NCT06661031Enrolling by invitation
Cannabis use help for young adults via phone app
This study tests a new program that combines telehealth coaching and a smartphone app to help young adults who use cannabis a lot to cut back or quit. If you are a patient at certain Boston clinics and use cannabis on most days, this study might be a good fit for you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–26 - NCT05639426Enrolling by invitation
Preventing youth violence through fair, supportive school communities
This study works with participating schools to help prevent youth violence by improving community support and fairness. You may be able to join if you attend a participating school and can understand and agree to take part.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 10–99 - NCT07240935Recruiting
A new needs assessment for teens and young adults with cancer
This study is testing a new questionnaire that helps find out what emotional and practical needs teens and young adults with cancer have. Your answers could help doctors better support people your age during treatment.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 15–25 - NCT07245862Recruiting
Family program for screen use conflicts
This study is for families who are dealing with conflicts about video games or screen use. It tests a program designed to help families work together and find a healthier balance.
LundAges 11–14 - NCT07086508Recruiting
A program to reduce teen drinking
This study is testing a program to help high schoolers drink less alcohol. You and a parent would answer questions together online.
Binghamton, New YorkAges 15–65 - NCT07572240Recruiting
Collagen Peptides for Memory and Focus in Stressed Adults
This study tests whether a collagen supplement (a protein derived from cows) can help improve attention, focus, and memory in adults aged 35–70 who feel stressed but are otherwise healthy. Researchers want to see if this supplement can help with mild cognitive complaints like trouble concentrating.
Nashik, MaharashtraAges 35–70 - NCT07111052Enrolling by invitation
Lock and protect: reducing access to items used for suicide
This study tests a program to help families make the home safer by securing or removing items that could be used for self-harm. It is for teens (13–17) who came to the emergency room for suicidal thoughts, attempts, or self-injury without the intent to die, and their caregivers.
New York, New YorkAges 13–17 - NCT07240571Recruiting
Family support program for caregivers and teens
This study tests a program designed to help families with teens aged 10-14. Caregivers and their adolescents will learn skills together to strengthen their relationship and cope with challenges.
ChisinauAges 10–14
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 8,199 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 13,332 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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