Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,771 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,418
- Phase 2494
- Phase 1248
- Phase 3237
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 368
Top conditions
- Anxiety387
- Depression381
- Alzheimer Disease337
- Autism Spectrum Disorder241
- Dementia224
- Mild Cognitive Impairment194
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder142
- Opioid Use Disorder141
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health99
- Autism95
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
- Suicidal Ideation87
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development105
- Yale University87
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University61
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- The University of Hong Kong52
- University of Pennsylvania52
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California516
- Massachusetts264
- New York255
- Texas209
- Maryland174
- Pennsylvania169
- Florida145
- Alabama118
- Arizona109
- Illinois104
Recruiting studies7,771 total
- NCT05583747Recruiting
Brain stimulation therapy with guidance for treatment-resistant depression
This study tests a type of brain stimulation (guided iTBS) to improve depression when standard antidepressant treatments haven’t helped. It also checks that the treatment is safe for people who can meet the study and scan safety requirements.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT06058234Recruiting
Tracking Alzheimer’s treatment for Medicare patients in early stages
This study tracks how well a certain type of Alzheimer’s treatment works for people on Medicare who are in the early stages of the disease. The goal is to collect real-world information about the drug’s benefits and risks.
Baltimore, MarylandAges Any age - NCT05187819Recruiting
Blood test to help diagnose possible Alzheimer’s
This trial checks whether a simple blood test can help doctors diagnose Alzheimer’s in people who seem to have memory problems. If you’re being evaluated for possible dementia, your doctor may refer you to a memory clinic for testing and follow-up.
StavangerAges 40–100 - NCT05907837Recruiting
Early check and support for infants at risk for cerebral palsy
This study looks at early detection and early support for babies who are at higher risk of cerebral palsy and developmental delays. It may help by finding concerns sooner and starting help earlier.
CorkAges Up to 9 months - NCT05984524Recruiting
Gamma music therapy for mild Alzheimer's disease
This study tests whether a specially designed music intervention can help people with mild Alzheimer's disease. You listen to music with a gamma frequency beat, which may improve brain function and memory.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50–95 - NCT03425669Recruiting
Using sound and balance exercises to help ADHD at school
This study tests whether adding specific sound and balance-related training at school can help children with ADHD. It may offer a non-medicine approach, and it also includes children without an ADHD diagnosis for comparison.
Lund, Skåne CountyAges 9–18 - NCT05827406Recruiting
Support system for psychiatric checkups in adults
This study looks at a helpful support system to improve how psychiatric symptoms are diagnosed and followed over time. It may help patients and clinicians by making checkups and next steps more organized.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT06090682Recruiting
Brain stimulation for Parkinson's with thinking problems
This trial tests a brain stimulation technique (deep brain stimulation) to see if it can help people with Parkinson's disease who also have mild cognitive problems. The goal is to understand how stimulation affects both movement and thinking.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges Up to 75 years - NCT05123846Recruiting
Work-life quality study for pharmaceutical physician professionals
This study is building and testing a questionnaire about work-related quality of life for medical affairs physicians in the pharmaceutical industry. If you’re an eligible physician, you may also be invited to join a patient/participant registry to help researchers measure changes over time.
OxfordAges 18 years+ - NCT05891873Recruiting
Study delirium during ICU care for stroke patients
This study looks at “delirium,” a sudden confusion that can happen during critical care, in people receiving ICU treatment for stroke. It includes both adults and children in specific ICU settings and may help clinicians better prevent or manage confusion during recovery.
BrnoAges Any age - NCT06100601Recruiting
Nervous System and Voice Disorder Study
This study looks at how the autonomic nervous system (the part that controls things like heart rate and sweat) might be linked to functional dysphonia, a voice problem with no clear physical cause. If you have this voice disorder and meet the health and lifestyle criteria, your participation could help improve understanding of the condition.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 18–60 - NCT05194787Recruiting
Online tests to spot early Alzheimer’s changes
This study looks at whether online motor (movement) and thinking tasks can detect early changes related to Alzheimer’s disease. You may be able to take part if you’re over 50 and do not already have a diagnosis of dementia.
Hobart, TasmaniaAges 50 years+ - NCT06104696Recruiting
Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment in Kidney Transplant Patients Over 60
This study looks at how a full health review (geriatric assessment) can help older adults who are getting or have gotten a new kidney. It aims to improve care and outcomes for patients aged 60 and over.
PragueAges 60 years+ - NCT06104852Recruiting
Neurology Research Screening Survey
This trial is a brief survey to see if you might qualify for future neurology research studies. It helps researchers understand your health and find the right study for you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04084860RecruitingPhase 2
Brief medicine trial to help reduce heavy alcohol drinking
This Phase 2 study tests a brief medication approach meant to reduce “problem drinking.” It may help people cut back or stop alcohol use by adjusting brain signaling related to drinking cravings and urges.
New York, New YorkAges 21–70 - NCT05908695RecruitingPhase 4
GV-971 treatment for mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease
This Phase 4 trial tests whether a medicine called sodium oligomannate (GV-971) is safe and effective for people with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. It may help slow or improve memory and thinking symptoms while carefully tracking side effects.
Huainan, AnhuiAges 50–85 - NCT05596344Recruiting
Long-term check-in for anxiety and depression in cancer patients
This study will follow people with cancer over time to learn how anxiety and depression change. It may help doctors understand what support patients need and when.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges Any age - NCT06111898Recruiting
Understanding movement in infants at risk
This study looks at how the brain and body work together to control movement in infants who are at high risk for developmental issues. It may help find early signs of motor problems.
GenevaAges 8 months–1 year - NCT06138457Recruiting
How a hands-on exam affects stress in medical students
This study looks at how a type of hands-on exam (the OSCE) affects stress levels in medical students. If you're a medical student willing to join, you can help researchers understand exam stress better.
Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesAges 18 years+ - NCT04164940Recruiting
Tracking how hospital care affects alcohol risk in older adults
This study looks at how adults aged 21+ change over time after being admitted to the hospital for alcohol-related problems. It may help researchers understand which hospital approaches work best for reducing future alcohol-related harm—especially for people who have not had alcohol or drug use disorders before.
StavangerAges 21 years+ - NCT04107064Recruiting
Job coaching program for autistic adults to work steadily
This study tests a specialized employment program to help autistic adults keep steady work. It may help by improving job readiness and support for working in real workplaces.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT02844049Recruiting
Quality-of-life study for treatment-resistant OCD with DBS
This study looks at whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) helps people with long-term, treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and how it affects quality of life. It involves careful screening because it’s meant for OCD that has not responded to several medication and therapy attempts.
CréteilAges 18–69 - NCT05908214Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for leg stiffness and overactive nerves
This study tests a treatment using high-frequency electrical stimulation to reduce overactive nerve signals that can cause stiff legs, poor ankle control, cramps, or restless legs. It may help improve movement and comfort during walking or at night, depending on the condition.
LausanneAges 18 years+ - NCT05527509Recruiting
Study of risk and resilience in new RCMP cadets
This study follows people as they start RCMP Cadet Training to learn what factors affect “risk” and “resilience” (how well someone adapts under stress). It may help improve support for cadets during training.
Regina, SaskatchewanAges 19–57
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,771 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,287 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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