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
- NCT06822582Recruiting
Pelvic health rehab after breast or gynecologic cancer
This trial tests a pelvic health rehabilitation program for people who have had breast or gynecologic cancer. It aims to help with pelvic floor problems like bladder or bowel issues that can start during or after treatment.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT04097184Recruiting
tDCS brain stimulation for motor conversion symptoms
This study tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation method (tDCS placed on the side front brain area) can improve symptoms in people with motor conversion disorder. It aims to see if symptoms improve over a 6-month follow-up period.
Nîmes, GardAges 18–65 - NCT05198635Recruiting
Cerebral oxygen checks to lower confusion after carotid surgery
This trial looks at whether monitoring oxygen levels in the brain during carotid endarterectomy (a surgery to reduce stroke risk) can help reduce postoperative delirium, a sudden period of confusion after surgery. It may help patients recover more clearly after the operation by identifying risks early and guiding care.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT05195034Recruiting
Dexmedetomidine to prevent confusion after awake brain surgery
This trial looks at whether a medication called dexmedetomidine can reduce “postoperative delirium,” a temporary period of confusion after awake brain surgery. If you have the type of surgery the study focuses on, this could help your recovery and mental clarity afterward.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06377189Recruiting
Mental health support from a specialist in primary care
This study tests whether adding a psychiatric consultant to your primary care team can help people struggling with mental distress or complex medical issues. If you're already seeing a primary care doctor and need extra mental health support, this might be for you.
Neuchâtel, Canton of NeuchâtelAges 18 years+ - NCT06797284Recruiting
Light, electrical, and magnetic therapy for sleep issues
This study tests if light, electrical, or magnetic treatments can help people with insomnia, narcolepsy, or REM sleep behavior disorder improve their sleep-wake problems. It compares these gentle brain stimulation methods to understand which works best.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 8–75 - NCT06348992Recruiting
Talk therapy and yoga for burnout in parents of children with autism
This study tests if combining talk therapy (ACT) with gentle yoga can help parents of children with autism who feel burned out. If you often feel exhausted or overwhelmed by caregiving, this program may give you new coping skills and support.
Daqing, None SelectedAges Any age - NCT06759402Recruiting
Teletherapy vs. Inpatient Care for Anorexia in Teens
This study compares a family-based therapy you can do from home via video calls to the standard inpatient treatment for anorexia nervosa in teens. It aims to see if home treatment works just as well, so you can stay with your family while getting help.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 8–17 - NCT06701630Recruiting
Italian study of daily thinking and memory scales
This study is testing new questionnaires to better understand everyday thinking and memory problems in older adults. It aims to improve how doctors identify and track conditions like mild cognitive impairment and early dementia.
Milan, MichiganAges 60 years+ - NCT06824532Recruiting
Veterans' views on ketamine therapy for depression and end-of-life
This study surveys older veterans to understand their perceptions of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy as a treatment for depression and end-of-life distress. Your responses may help improve care for veterans facing similar challenges.
Albany, New YorkAges 65 years+ - NCT07404787Recruiting
Suicide prevention telehealth program for soldiers after hospital stay
This trial tests a telehealth case management program to help prevent suicide among soldiers recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. If you are an active duty soldier who has been hospitalized for mental health reasons and have access to a phone and computer, this program may provide extra support during your recovery.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07399171RecruitingPhase 2
Testing HT-4253 to prevent Alzheimer's in APOE4 carriers
This trial tests an experimental drug called HT-4253 to see if it can prevent Alzheimer's disease in people who are at higher genetic risk (carry the APOE4 gene) and have early signs of amyloid buildup in the brain. If you qualify, you would take the drug or a placebo and be monitored over time.
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi EmirateAges 50–75 - NCT07398469Recruiting
Long-term study of zuranolone for postpartum depression symptoms
This study checks how people with postpartum depression feel over time after starting zuranolone. It uses simple questionnaires to track changes in symptoms.
Cambridge, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07405398Recruiting
Smartwatch study to detect opioid use and withdrawal
This study uses a smartwatch to track wrist data and help detect when someone is using opioids or experiencing withdrawal. It's designed for people with opioid use disorder who are starting or already on treatment with methadone or buprenorphine.
Wilmington, North CarolinaAges 22 years+ - NCT07401225Recruiting
TMS for PTSD in teens and young adults
This trial tests whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can help reduce PTSD symptoms in teenagers and young adults. You'll get 10 TMS sessions over a month after completing at least 9 therapy sessions for PTSD.
San Antonio, TexasAges 12–20 - 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 - NCT07403773Recruiting
Home doll vs hospital doll for preschool girls before surgery
This study compares having your child bring her own doll from home versus using a hospital doll to help her feel less anxious before tonsil or adenoid surgery. The goal is to see which doll works better to reduce fear.
Ankara, ÇANKAYAAges 3–7 - NCT07402447Recruiting
Leg strengthening for knee osteoarthritis and walking
This study tests if strengthening your thigh and calf muscles can improve walking in people with knee osteoarthritis. It may help you walk better and feel more stable.
Peshawar, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 40–60 - NCT07398898Recruiting
Can glasses and headphones reduce dental anxiety?
This study tests whether special glasses that show relaxing images and noise-cancelling headphones can help adults feel less anxious during common dental procedures like cleanings, fillings, or extractions.
Warsaw, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT07400432Enrolling by invitation
Exercise type and brain performance in active adults
This study compares the short-term effects of two types of exercise—moderate-intensity continuous exercise and high-intensity interval training (HIIT)—on thinking skills and how your body responds during and after exercise.
Buraidah, Al-Qassim RegionAges 18–30 - NCT07406100Recruiting
Romance and Sexual Health Program for Autistic Young Adults
This study tests a program called CRUSH that helps autistic young adults learn about dating, relationships, and sexual health. If you join, you'll attend sessions in Brookline, MA, and help researchers see if the program improves your relationship skills.
Brookline, MassachusettsAges 18–30 - NCT07402265Recruiting
Online support for suicidal thoughts in LGBTQ+ youth
This trial tests a brief online program for teens and young adults who identify as sexual or gender minorities and have had suicidal thoughts in the last 6 months. It aims to see if this virtual help can reduce those thoughts and make participants feel better.
London, OntarioAges 13–25 - NCT07398365Recruiting
Medical study of psychiatry inpatients
This study looks at the medical and mental health patterns of adults admitted to general adult psychiatry wards. It aims to better understand their health needs.
Livingston, West LothianAges 18–65 - 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
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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