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
- NCT07494305RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new drug for bipolar depression
This trial tests an investigational drug called LB-102 for people with bipolar I disorder who are currently experiencing a major depressive episode without psychosis. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective for treating depression symptoms.
Bentonville, ArkansasAges 18–65 - NCT06457945Recruiting
Mind-wandering and daydreaming in narcolepsy and hypersomnia
This study looks at whether people with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia have different patterns of daydreaming and mind-wandering compared to others with sleepiness but no clear diagnosis. It helps understand how certain brain states during sleep might affect waking thoughts.
LyonAges 18–65 - NCT06381713Recruiting
Speech therapy for children with cleft palate
This study compares two types of speech therapy for children with cleft palate. It looks at how well each type works and how much it costs, to help find the best way to improve your child's speech.
GhentAges 4–12 - NCT06521918Recruiting
Remote motor screening for infants using app and AI
This study tests whether a mobile app with artificial intelligence can help screen motor development in infants. It may offer a convenient way for parents and clinicians to track development at home between check-ups.
Taipei, Taiwan, 100Ages 2 months–1.5 years - NCT06764810Recruiting
Motor skills and senses in children 4–11
This study looks at how motor skills (like catching, jumping) and sensory processing (how the brain handles sights, sounds, touch) are related in children with and without certain developmental differences. The goal is to better understand these connections to help support children's development.
VicAges 4–11 - NCT06770075Recruiting
Brightline: testing a wellness app for college students
This study tests a smartphone app that may help students track and improve their mental well-being. Over 6 months, you will wear a device that monitors things like activity and sleep, and use a simple app to check in on your mood. It's designed for full-time undergraduates who do not have a current mental health condition and are not receiving mental health treatment.
SingaporeAges 18–25 - NCT06509191RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Melatonin for preventing delirium in older hospital patients
This trial tests if giving melatonin (a natural sleep hormone) can help prevent delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults who are hospitalized. It may help you if you are 65 or older and admitted to the hospital for general medical care.
MuscatAges 65 years+ - NCT06530732RecruitingPhase 3
Neck drainage surgery for Alzheimer's disease
This study tests a new surgical treatment for Alzheimer's disease. The surgery aims to improve drainage in the neck to help clear waste from the brain. This is a first-of-its-kind pilot study to see if it is safe and might help thinking and memory.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges Any age - NCT06773338Recruiting
Can playing Tetris improve mental health for migrants?
This study tests if playing the game Tetris can help reduce stress and improve mood for Arabic-speaking immigrants who have applied for asylum. You would play Tetris a few times and report how you feel.
The Hague, NLAges 18 years+ - NCT07484217RecruitingPhase 3
Testing solriamfetol for depression with daytime sleepiness
This study tests if the drug solriamfetol can help people with major depression who also feel very tired during the day. It aims to improve both mood and daytime sleepiness.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18–65 - NCT07484204RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a once-monthly injection for stable schizophrenia
This trial tests a long-acting injectable form of cariprazine (AX251 LAI) for people with stable schizophrenia. You would receive one injection and stay at the clinic for 7 days to see how your body handles it and how well you tolerate it.
AhmedabadAges 18–65 - NCT07485244Recruiting
EEG brain monitoring in ICU patients at risk for delirium
This study uses a simple headband (EEG) to monitor brain activity in ICU patients who are at high risk for delirium. The goal is to see if the EEG can help detect delirium earlier, so doctors can provide better care.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT07485439Enrolling by invitation
Autism movement app study for families
This study tests a mobile app designed to help autistic children exercise with their parents. It aims to see if the app can make movement fun and improve well-being.
Linköping, Östergötland CountyAges 2–10 - NCT07488442Recruiting
Cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic constipation
This trial tests if cognitive behavioral therapy can help people with a specific type of chronic constipation called dyssynergic defecation. If you have had constipation for over a year and meet some specific tests, this therapy might improve your symptoms.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18–55 - NCT06195553Recruiting
STEPPS program for borderline personality disorder and families
This study tests a program called STEPPS to help people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) learn new skills. It also offers a program for family members to learn how to support their loved one.
Castellon, SpainAges 18 years+ - NCT07487181Recruiting
Traditional medicine survey for erectile dysfunction
This study surveys how traditional medicine identifies patterns in men with erectile dysfunction. It aims to gather information that may help tailor treatments.
Ho Chi Minh CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07485335RecruitingPhase 4
Overdose prevention support after emergency department care
This study tests a package of support services to help people who have had an opioid overdose and are starting buprenorphine in the emergency department. The goal is to keep them safe and reduce the chance of another overdose.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 19 years+ - NCT07482800Recruiting
Dementia in stories and real-life medical cases
This study looks at how people with early Alzheimer's or mild memory problems understand stories compared to healthy adults. Your participation could help researchers learn more about how dementia affects thinking and language.
New Taipei CityAges 60–85 - NCT07483294RecruitingPhase 4
Brain imaging study for first-episode psychosis treatment
This study uses brain scans to find markers that can predict how well antipsychotic medications work in people having their first episode of psychosis. It aims to help doctors choose the right treatment earlier.
Glen Oaks, New YorkAges 15–40 - NCT07482150Recruiting
Alcohol support for hospital patients
This trial connects people with alcohol problems to a therapist while they are in hospital for another health issue. It aims to help them get support for their alcohol use as part of their care.
KøgeAges 18–99 - NCT07485036Recruiting
Study on mood and alcohol use in new mothers
This study looks at how new mothers feel emotionally, including mood, alcohol use, and symptoms of depression. By participating, you can help researchers understand the challenges mothers face in the first year after childbirth.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07485361Recruiting
Brain scanning in disorders of consciousness
This trial uses a portable brain scanner (fNIRS) to study brain activity in people with disorders of consciousness, like coma or minimally conscious states. It may help doctors better understand and track recovery in these patients. Healthy volunteers are also needed as a comparison group.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07486505Recruiting
Mindfulness for pain after arm or leg fracture surgery
This study tests whether brief mindfulness sessions before and after surgery help people manage pain and anxiety while recovering from a broken arm or leg, and may reduce the need for strong painkillers (opioids). It aims to see if this approach is practical and helpful for patients.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07486882Recruiting
Comparing two insomnia treatments: sound therapy vs. cognitive behavioral therapy
This study compares a new sound-based therapy (Acoustic Resonance Therapy) using a headband to standard cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia. It aims to see which approach helps people with moderate-to-severe insomnia sleep better.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 22 years+
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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