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
- NCT07553104Enrolling by invitation
How waiting for mental health care affects children and families
This study asks children ages 2–17 and their parents about their feelings and stress while waiting for and receiving help from child mental health services in Denmark. Researchers want to understand how the waiting time affects families.
AalborgAges 2–17 - NCT07534956Recruiting
Anesthesia Methods and Waking Up Agitation in Children
This study compares different anesthesia approaches to see which one helps children wake up more calmly after urogenital surgery (surgery on the urinary or reproductive system). Researchers want to find the best way to reduce agitation and confusion as children wake up from anesthesia.
IstanbulAges 3–10 - NCT07572942Recruiting
Laser vision tests for memory and movement concerns
This study tests whether a special laser-based vision test can help detect early thinking and movement changes in older adults. Researchers want to see if this test is useful for identifying people at risk for cognitive decline before serious memory problems develop.
Balıkesir, BigadiçAges 65 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 - NCT07546786Recruiting
How Meditation Affects Thinking and Emotions
This study compares how meditation affects brain function and emotional regulation in people who meditate regularly versus those who don't. Researchers want to understand if regular meditation improves focus, memory, and emotional well-being.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07557550Recruiting
Relaxation methods before orthopedic surgery: glasses vs. virtual reality
This study tests whether watching relaxing videos through special glasses or a virtual reality headset helps reduce anxiety before orthopedic surgery (like hip or knee replacement). Researchers want to see if these tools work better than no relaxation aid at all.
Amiens, PicardieAges 18 years+ - NCT07557017Recruiting
Emotional Disorder Treatment Study Using Unified Protocol
This study tests a structured therapy approach called the Unified Protocol, designed to treat multiple emotional disorders (like depression, anxiety, and OCD) with one flexible treatment. Researchers want to see if this approach helps people manage their symptoms over 14 weeks of outpatient therapy.
PragueAges 18 years+ - NCT07572968Recruiting
Walking and Balance Tests for Older Adults with Memory Concerns
This study looks at how older adults walk and balance when doing two tasks at once (like talking while walking). Researchers want to understand how mild memory concerns affect movement, which could help catch early brain changes.
Balıkesir, BigadiçAges 65 years+ - NCT07557732Recruiting
How Kids Learn to Try Harder on Difficult Tasks
This study helps researchers understand how children stay motivated when tasks get tough. Your child will do some challenging activities while researchers watch how they respond to rewards and encouragement—it may help us design better ways to teach kids to keep trying.
Davis, CaliforniaAges 9–13 - NCT07566260Recruiting
How stress affects menstrual health in women
This study looks at how stress and physical activity affect your menstrual cycle and reproductive health. By understanding these connections, researchers hope to help women manage their cycles better and improve overall health.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–45 - NCT07605078Recruiting
How Household Mold Affects Your Health
This study looks at whether mold and toxins in your home are connected to physical and mental health problems. Researchers will analyze dust samples you've already tested to understand these links better.
Richmond, VirginiaAges Any age - 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+ - NCT07500064Recruiting
tDCS Brain Stimulation for Depression
This trial tests a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation treatment (called tDCS) for adults with depression. It uses a mild electrical current on the scalp to help improve mood and thinking.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–65 - NCT07490548Enrolling by invitation
Lifestyle, mental health, and quality of life in childhood cancer survivors
This trial looks at how following a healthy lifestyle affects mental well-being and quality of life in children and teens who have finished cancer treatment. It is meant for those who are now coming back for follow-up visits.
CuencaAges 3–17 - NCT07497347Recruiting
Amino acids and lifestyle for brain aging in older adults
This study tests whether taking a specific amino acid supplement, along with lifestyle changes, can help slow or improve brain aging in older adults who have mild depression. It aims to see if these nutrients can support brain health and mood.
BresciaAges 65–85 - NCT07475845Recruiting
Yoga and therapy for teen depression
This study tests whether adding weekly yoga classes to a standard group therapy program helps teens feel better faster. It is for teenagers aged 12–18 who have mild to moderate depression and are safe to be physically active.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–18 - NCT07500714Recruiting
Digital therapy for depression using AI
This study uses a smartphone app and artificial intelligence to deliver a special type of talk therapy for people with moderate to severe depression. It aims to provide personalized care without needing to change your current treatment.
Taichung, TaichungAges 18–75 - NCT07506330Enrolling by invitation
Surgical environment and surgeon stress study
This study looks at how different surgical environments affect the stress levels of orthopaedic surgeons. It compares doing joint replacements the traditional way versus using a robot, to see which approach might be easier on the surgeon.
LondonAges 18–65 - NCT07484750Recruiting
Mindfulness group therapy for OCD
This trial tests a type of group therapy that combines mindfulness with exposure techniques to help people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) manage their symptoms. If you have OCD and are between 16 and 55 years old, you may be able to join.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 16–55 - NCT07453758Enrolling by invitation
Suicide prevention program for Tajik women
This trial tests a program led by nurses and peers to help Tajik women who are at risk for suicide. If you have had recent suicidal thoughts or a recent suicide attempt, this program may offer support.
DushanbeAges 18–59 - NCT07515742Recruiting
Youth Peer Coaches Program for Students with Discipline Issues
This study trains young people who've had school discipline problems to become peer coaches—mentors who help other students. Researchers want to see if having peers who've faced similar challenges can help improve school behavior and relationships.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 10–15 - NCT07573085Recruiting
Online emotion regulation therapy for adolescents who self-injure
This trial tests an online therapy program designed to help teenagers aged 13–17 who have hurt themselves learn better ways to manage difficult emotions. A parent or caregiver will also participate in the program to provide support.
StockholmAges 13–17 - NCT07506460Recruiting
Support team with therapy for Black youth at risk of suicide
This trial tests whether adding a support team of trusted adults to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps Black youth who have recently had thoughts of suicide or a suicide attempt. You and a parent or guardian would be involved, and you would also name a support person (like a relative, coach, or mentor) to join the team.
Detroit, MichiganAges 12 years+ - NCT07501923Recruiting
How heat exposure day and night affects human health
This study looks at how exposure to heat during the day, night, or both affects the health of healthy young adults. It may help understand how heat impacts the body and find ways to protect people from heat-related risks.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–30
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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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.