Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 8,195 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,798
- Phase 2512
- Phase 1258
- Phase 3245
- Phase 4213
- Phase 1/Phase 298
- Phase 2/Phase 371
Top conditions
- Depression422
- Anxiety415
- Alzheimer Disease341
- Autism Spectrum Disorder258
- Dementia226
- Mild Cognitive Impairment199
- Schizophrenia192
- Major Depressive Disorder189
- Cognitive Impairment157
- Insomnia152
- Alcohol Use Disorder150
- Opioid Use Disorder145
- Stress136
- PTSD110
- Autism95
- Mental Health92
- Suicidal Ideation92
- Anxiety Disorders85
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development103
- Yale University95
- 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 Pennsylvania51
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California530
- New York268
- Massachusetts263
- Texas223
- Maryland176
- Pennsylvania175
- Florida153
- Alabama118
- Arizona117
- Connecticut113
Recruiting studies8,194 total
- NCT07465081Recruiting
Ultra-processed food and behavior/cognition in children with ADHD or learning difficulties
This study looks at how eating a lot of ultra-processed foods (like sugary snacks, chips, and fast food) relates to behavior and thinking in children aged 10 to 15 who have ADHD or learning difficulties. It aims to understand if high consumption of these foods is linked to more behavioral issues or problems with attention and memory.
TaichungAges 10–15 - NCT04663724Recruiting
Computer-based treatment for social anxiety disorder
This study is testing a computer-based treatment for social anxiety disorder. It may help reduce anxiety in social situations through a structured online program, and it also includes brain imaging (MRI) to see how the treatment affects the brain.
New York, New YorkAges 18–60 - NCT07781943Recruiting
Breathing exercises to reduce anxiety before gastroscopy
This study tests whether doing simple breathing exercises before a gastroscopy (a tube test of the stomach) can help reduce fear, anxiety, and changes in heart rate or blood pressure. It may help you feel more relaxed and comfortable during the procedure.
FamagustaAges 18 years+ - NCT07781566Recruiting
Speech therapy intensity for cleft palate speech errors in children
This study looks at how well two different intensities of speech therapy work for children with a cleft palate who have speech sound errors. It aims to find the best way to help your child speak more clearly.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 4 years+ - NCT07589595RecruitingPhase 2
Donanemab for Early Cognitive Decline with Lewy Bodies
This study tests donanemab, an investigational drug designed to target amyloid proteins in the brain that may contribute to cognitive decline in people with early dementia with Lewy bodies. The trial aims to see if this treatment can slow cognitive decline and help preserve thinking and memory.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 55–85 - NCT07706660Recruiting
Mindfulness for alcohol use disorder treatment
This trial tests whether adding body-focused mindfulness exercises to standard inpatient treatment can help people with alcohol use disorder. It may improve your ability to manage cravings and prevent relapse.
Warsaw, MazovianAges 18 years+ - NCT07740148Recruiting
Comparing feelings about human-created and AI art
This study compares how people feel when looking at art made by humans versus art made by artificial intelligence (AI). You'll view images online and answer questions about your reactions, helping researchers understand emotional responses to different types of art.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07002034RecruitingPhase 2
RE104 for adjustment disorder related to cancer or other serious illnesses
This trial is testing a new medication (RE104) for people who have adjustment disorder with depressed mood or anxiety because of a serious medical condition like cancer, ALS, MS, Parkinson's, or lung fibrosis. It's a study to see if the drug is safe and reduces symptoms.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–80 - NCT07707102Recruiting
Training providers in PTSD therapy for veterans
This study tests two ways to train mental health providers in Written Exposure Therapy, a treatment for PTSD in veterans. If you are a provider who works with veterans, you could help learn which training format works best.
San Antonio, TexasAges Any age - NCT07527988Recruiting
Safer Drinking Spaces Study
This study explores how to make bars and nightlife venues safer for everyone who visits them. Researchers will work with staff and guests at participating venues to understand and test ways to reduce harm and improve safety.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06226818Recruiting
Support for women experiencing sexual or domestic violence
This trial compares two types of care—women's centers versus traditional health centers—to see which better supports the mental and physical health of women who have faced sexual or domestic violence. It aims to find the best way to help women heal.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT05511909RecruitingPhase 2
Buspirone study for opioid withdrawal symptoms
This Phase 2 study tests whether buspirone can help reduce symptoms during opioid detox (withdrawal). You may be able to take part if you have opioid withdrawal and are planning medically supervised detox.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–75 - NCT07410936Recruiting
Self-Acupressure for Social Jet Lag in Female Students
This study tests whether a daily self-acupressure routine (gently pressing on specific points on your body) can help reduce social jet lag—the mismatch between your sleep schedule on school days versus free days—in female health-science students. It involves a 12-week home practice and tracking your sleep quality.
Niğde, MerkezAges 18–25 - NCT07029581RecruitingPhase 2
Testing ACP-204 for psychosis in Lewy body dementia
This trial tests a new drug called ACP-204 for people with dementia from Lewy body disease or Parkinson's who also have hallucinations or delusions. The goal is to see if the drug can safely reduce these symptoms without worsening thinking problems.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 55–84 - NCT06474026Recruiting
Focused Ultrasound for Stimulant Use Disorder
This trial tests a non-invasive brain treatment called focused ultrasound for people with stimulant use disorder (like methamphetamine or cocaine). It aims to help reduce cravings and improve recovery by gently stimulating a brain area involved in addiction.
Seoul, SeoulAges 19–60 - NCT07278518Recruiting
Emergency department decision aid for buprenorphine
This trial is testing a tool to help people in the emergency department decide whether to start buprenorphine (a medication for opioid use disorder). It's for patients who are not already on medication for their condition.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07775833Recruiting
Mushroom supplement to slow memory decline in at-risk adults
This trial tests whether eating mushrooms regularly can help prevent memory loss in people who are at higher risk for Alzheimer's disease but do not have dementia. If you are between 45 and 80, have some memory concerns, and currently eat mushrooms rarely, this study may be a good fit.
SingaporeAges 45–80 - NCT07777328Recruiting
5-HTP for ADHD traits and eye movements in adults
This study looks at how a supplement called 5-HTP (a natural amino acid) affects attention and eye movements in adults. You will receive either 5-HTP or a placebo to see if it changes ADHD-like traits.
Sheffield, South YorkshireAges 18–65 - NCT07775937Recruiting
Social robots and board games for children with autism
This study tests whether playing with a social robot called Kebbi Air and board games can help children with autism improve their social and emotional skills. If your child enjoys interactive toys and can follow simple instructions, this may be a good fit.
Huwei, YunlinAges 4–10 - NCT05897164Recruiting
Mobile app to help teens cut back on substance use
This study tests a mobile app designed to help teens who use alcohol or drugs cut back or stop. You and your teen would use the app together and get support from the study team by text.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 13 years+ - NCT07758595RecruitingPhase 1
Study of DNL921 for healthy people and people with Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests an investigational drug called DNL921 in healthy volunteers and in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if it is safe and how the body handles it, which is a first step in finding a new treatment.
ManchesterAges 18–75 - NCT07273968Recruiting
Virtual reality for anxiety during wisdom tooth extraction
This study tests whether wearing a virtual reality headset during wisdom tooth removal can help reduce anxiety. It is for generally healthy adults who are having multiple wisdom teeth extracted.
StrasbourgAges 18–65 - NCT06948149Recruiting
Creatine and strength training for memory decline in older adults
This study tests whether combining a daily creatine supplement with a 26-week resistance training program can improve memory and thinking in older adults who have mild cognitive impairment. If you qualify, you'll get free supervision and supplements while contributing to research that could help many people.
London, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT07775625Recruiting
Music therapy for anxiety in Alzheimer's disease
This study tests whether a specially designed music activity can help lower anxiety in people with Alzheimer's disease. If you or a loved one has Alzheimer's and feels anxious, this trial may offer a non-drug way to feel calmer.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 55 years+
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 8,195 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 13,258 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.