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
- NCT07398443Recruiting
Study of marijuana and tobacco use in young adults
This study looks at how young adults use both marijuana and tobacco, and aims to understand their behaviors. It involves tasks and questionnaires, and may help develop better support for people who use both substances.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–25 - NCT07402824Recruiting
Mobbing and job satisfaction in physiotherapists
This study explores how workplace bullying (mobbing) affects job satisfaction among physiotherapists. If you are a physiotherapist working or who has worked in Turkey, your experiences could help improve workplace conditions.
Kütahya, CenterAges Any age - NCT07410104Recruiting
Brain stimulation for social media addiction
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help reduce social media addiction in adults. You may qualify if you struggle with heavy social media use and are not currently being treated for certain mental health conditions.
AlmadaAges 18 years+ - NCT07400484Recruiting
N-CAD levels and brain function in children with autism
This study compares levels of a protein called N-CAD and brain function in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) versus typically developing children. It may help researchers understand how the brain works differently in autism.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 3–5 - NCT07433049Recruiting
Health supplement study for midlife women
This study tests whether a nutritional supplement can improve metabolic health in women aged 40-60 who are Chinese, Malay, or Indian and have a BMI between 23 and 35. The goal is to see if the supplement helps with weight, blood sugar, and other health markers.
SingaporeAges 40–60 - NCT07401940Recruiting
Youth suicide prevention for Black teens in church
This study works with Black churches to help prevent suicide in Black teens aged 13 to 19. It tests a program called HAVEN-Connect, which aims to support youth mental health.
New York, New YorkAges 13–19 - NCT07383714Recruiting
Boosting parent help for youth suicide prevention
This trial tests a program that sends text messages to parents to help them support their teen after a suicide-related emergency. It aims to see if this approach can reduce suicide risk in adolescents.
Dallas, TexasAges 13–17 - NCT07411300Recruiting
Support for caregivers after child's mental health ER visit
This study tests a program to help parents or guardians of youth who visited the ER for suicidal thoughts or behaviors. It aims to support caregivers after their child is discharged with a safety plan.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 10–17 - NCT07437872Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for social anxiety
This study tests if virtual reality can help people with social anxiety disorder feel less anxious in social situations. If you are 18 or older and live near Mountain View, California, you may be able to join.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07425925Recruiting
Peer support to reduce HIV stigma in teens
This trial tests a digital peer-support program to help adolescents living with HIV in Ethiopia feel less stigma. It uses group chats with trained peers to share experiences and support.
Arba Minch, South EthiopiaAges 14–22 - NCT07386769Recruiting
Brain activity during social interaction in opioid use
This study looks at how the brain works during social interactions in people who use opioids regularly. It may help researchers understand how opioid use affects the way you connect with others.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07278375Recruiting
Comparing treatments for babies with opioid withdrawal
This study looks at different medicine approaches to treat newborns with opioid withdrawal (NOWS). It compares how well babies do with standard care and may help find the best way to manage symptoms and support recovery.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges birth+ - NCT07342816Recruiting
Mindfulness for basketball players: an 8-week study
This study tests whether mindfulness training can improve athletic performance and movement in college basketball players. If you are a healthy athlete with little or no meditation experience, you may be eligible.
MacaoAges 18 years+ - NCT07281352RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Psilocybin therapy for depression
This study tests if psilocybin (a psychedelic) combined with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help people with major depression. You would receive the psilocybin in a supervised setting and have talk therapy before and after.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21–60 - NCT07343258Recruiting
Study on follow-up for suicidal callers from Flemish helpline
This study tests a callback program for people who call the Flemish suicide helpline. It aims to see if extra follow-up calls can help those thinking about suicide, especially when they don't already have support for their suicidal thoughts.
GhentAges 18 years+ - NCT07313371RecruitingPhase 4
Clonidine for reducing cravings in cocaine and crack users
This trial tests whether the medication clonidine can help reduce cravings for people hospitalized with cocaine or crack use disorder. You must be staying in a specific hospital ward and be able to take pills by mouth.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–65 - NCT07304219Enrolling by invitation
Physical activity program for depression and anxiety in teens
This study tests whether a physical activity program can help young people with depression or anxiety feel better. If you are already receiving care at Haukeland's child and adolescent clinic, you might be able to join a group program designed to boost your mood and reduce anxiety.
Bergen, VestlandAges 8–18 - NCT07312591Recruiting
Using a phone app to follow up on college students’ drug use
This study tests whether using a smartphone app called LINE@ can help follow up with college students who have used illegal drugs. The goal is to provide support and see how well the app works for staying in touch.
Taipei, Heping E. RdAges 18 years+ - NCT07279311Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for depression during high-risk pregnancy
This study tests if virtual reality (VR) exercises can help reduce depression symptoms in pregnant people who must stay in the hospital for at least 3 weeks due to complications. If you are feeling down and are able to use VR, this treatment might offer a new way to feel better.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07183085Enrolling by invitation
Digital mental health care programs study
This study tests if a digital care program can improve mental health. You might join if you are 18 or older and have mild to moderate symptoms.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07294274Recruiting
Predicting depression risk after a stroke
This study creates a tool to predict if someone might develop depression after an ischemic stroke. It aims to help doctors identify and support patients who are at higher risk.
ChongqingAges Any age - NCT07252947Recruiting
Stress and anxiety effects on decision-making
This study looks at how stress and anxiety affect the way people make decisions. It may help researchers understand these processes better.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07226596Recruiting
Methamphetamine use: can you reduce without quitting?
This study tests whether people who use methamphetamine can reduce use even if they are not completely abstinent. It offers a 12-week program and checks how you're doing for another 12 weeks after.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT07256574Enrolling by invitation
Morning sunlight for a brighter mind
This trial tests if spending time in morning sunlight can improve your mood and mental clarity. You would follow a simple routine of being outdoors in the morning.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+
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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