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
- NCT07525388Recruiting
Relaxation exercises and therapeutic clown for children before surgery
This study tests whether relaxation exercises combined with visits from a therapeutic clown (a specially trained performer) can help reduce anxiety and stress in children aged 6–10 who are having circumcision surgery. The goal is to see if this approach makes the surgery experience less scary and helps children feel calmer.
ErzurumAges 6–10 - NCT07529548Recruiting
New Beginnings Podcast for Divorced and Separated Parents
This study tests a podcast designed to help parents who are divorced or separated navigate co-parenting and support their children's wellbeing. You and your child would listen to audio content and answer some questions about how you're doing.
Tempe, ArizonaAges 8 years+ - NCT07528014Recruiting
Tracking Depression Treatment Outcomes Over Time
This study follows adults receiving depression treatment (esketamine, TMS, or SAINT) to understand how these therapies work and their effects over time. Researchers will assess mood, functioning, and other factors to help improve future treatment.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07531914Recruiting
Testing a Brain Function Assessment for ADHD and Autism
This study validates a new computer-based test that measures how well your brain can focus and control impulses. Researchers want to see if it works reliably for people with ADHD or autism.
UmeåAges 18 years+ - NCT07531589Recruiting
Community-Delivered Cognitive Stimulation for Dementia
This study tests whether trained family members can deliver cognitive stimulation therapy—activities designed to help with memory and thinking—to people with mild to moderate dementia at home. The goal is to make this helpful therapy more accessible in Hong Kong.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07533669Recruiting
Sensory room visit before kidney transplant surgery
This study tests whether spending time in a calming sensory room before kidney transplant surgery helps reduce pain, anxiety, and sleep problems. You would visit a specially designed room with soothing sights, sounds, and textures before your operation.
SakaryaAges 18 years+ - NCT07529626Recruiting
Stress and Pancreatic Cancer Disease Outcomes Study
This research study examines how chronic psychological stress (long-term worry, anxiety, or emotional burden) affects the course of pancreatic cancer and related pancreatic diseases. Understanding this connection may help doctors provide better support and treatment plans for patients.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT07527234Enrolling by invitation
Testing a cognitive assessment tool for ECT patients
This study evaluates a cognitive assessment tool (ECCA) in Turkish patients who are receiving electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), a brain-stimulation treatment for severe depression or other psychiatric conditions. Researchers want to see how well this assessment works and compare it to other existing tests.
DenizliAges 18–65 - NCT07529509Recruiting
Mental Health Support for Latino Adults in Connecticut
This study helps Latino adults in Connecticut who have serious mental health challenges and trauma but aren't currently in treatment. Researchers want to understand how to better engage and support this community.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07532551Recruiting
Online Therapy for Anxiety and Depression in Singapore
This study tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (a self-guided online mental health program) for people with mild-to-moderate anxiety or depression. You'd use an app on your phone or computer to work through lessons and exercises designed to help manage these feelings.
SingaporeAges 21 years+ - NCT07530315Recruiting
Exercogs Study: Brain Training to Reduce Dementia Risk
This study tests whether Exercogs®—a computer-based brain training program—can help reduce your risk of memory problems and dementia. You'll do 60-minute sessions three times a week for 24 weeks if you have at least one treatable risk factor like high blood pressure, hearing loss, or physical inactivity.
SintraAges 55 years+ - NCT07533773Recruiting
Brain Activity Changes After Depression Treatment
This study measures how brain activity in specific regions changes after you receive electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) or magnetic seizure therapy (MST) for severe depression. Researchers use a non-invasive headband to monitor blood flow in your brain before and after treatment to better understand how these therapies work.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 12–65 - NCT07527871Enrolling by invitation
Emergency care screening and counseling for substance use prevention
This study tests whether screening patients in the emergency department for substance use, followed by a brief counseling session, can help prevent substance use problems and overdoses. You would be asked about your substance use and receive supportive counseling by phone or video.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07531888Enrolling by invitation
Brain Stimulation to Improve Memory in Older Adults
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (tDCS) can help improve memory and thinking skills in people aged 60–75 who have noticed mild memory problems. You'll receive either real or sham (placebo) stimulation and undergo cognitive training over several weeks.
Pachuca, HidalgoAges 60–75 - NCT07528482Recruiting
Reflexology and cold therapy for chest tube removal pain
This study tests whether foot massage (reflexology) and cold application can reduce pain when chest tubes are removed after heart bypass surgery. Researchers want to see if these complementary techniques help manage discomfort during this procedure.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT06302010Recruiting
Stress ball for anxiety during high-risk pregnancy test
This study tests whether squeezing a stress ball during a non-stress test (baby heartbeat check) can help lower anxiety and improve well-being for women with high-risk pregnancies. It's for women who are at least 32 weeks pregnant.
SamsunAges 18–45 - NCT06753578Recruiting
Cognitive training for seniors with mild memory loss
This trial tests a new cognitive training program designed to improve quality of life and thinking skills in older adults living in care facilities who have mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The program uses acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help participants adapt to memory challenges.
Santander, CantabriaAges 65 years+ - NCT06752304Recruiting
A long-term study of severe eating disorders
This study follows people with long-term eating disorders to understand how the condition changes over time. It may help researchers improve care for those who have struggled for years.
UppsalaAges 14 years+ - NCT06753019Recruiting
Knee Osteoarthritis: Thoughts, Feelings, and Function
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings about knee pain (and your daily function) relate to osteoarthritis. It aims to help understand your overall health better.
IspartaAges 40–84 - NCT06754202Recruiting
Farming and nature activities for mild memory loss
This study tests if spending time in farmlands and natural settings can help older adults with mild memory problems maintain their thinking abilities and overall health. It uses a special approach based on the Montessori method to keep participants engaged and active.
AnconaAges 55 years+ - NCT06282887Recruiting
Music therapy for anxiety during MRI scans
This trial tests whether listening to music during an MRI scan can help cancer patients feel less anxious. It's for people who are awake, not on sedatives, and understand Mandarin, Cantonese, or English.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–60 - NCT07520292RecruitingPhase 1
Testing NTX-2001 to reduce drinking in alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether a new medication called NTX-2001 can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less. Researchers will measure how the drug affects alcohol consumption and safety in adults aged 21–60.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 21–60 - NCT07519083Enrolling by invitation
Study of How Doctors Refer Patients to Mental Health Care
This study looks at how primary care doctors (like your family doctor) refer patients to behavioral health services—counseling, therapy, or mental health treatment. Researchers want to understand what works best in this referral process and how to improve it.
Framingham, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07521683Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
NS-136 treatment study for schizophrenia relapse
This study tests whether NS-136, a new medication, can help people with schizophrenia who are experiencing a relapse or worsening of symptoms. The study measures how well the medication works and what side effects it causes.
ShanghaiAges 18–65
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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