Anxiety disorder

This study tests whether taking propranolol, a beta blocker, before and after surgery can reduce complications like delirium, kidney problems, and pain in people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Participants are veterans scheduled for certain surgeries and will take th…

This study tested the anti-inflammatory drug naproxen sodium for treating obsessive-compulsive symptoms in children aged 6-15 with PANDAS, a condition linked to strep infections. The trial was double-blind and placebo-controlled, but it was terminated early after enrolling only 2…

This study looked at the long-term safety of a drug called troriluzole for people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who hadn't improved enough with standard treatments. The trial planned to enroll 772 participants but was terminated early. The main goal was to check for si…

This study tested whether adding vaccine discussions to routine behavioral health visits could reduce hesitancy and increase COVID-19 and flu shots among Latinx adults with mental illness. Clinicians used motivational interviewing and could offer a warm handoff to a nurse for vac…

This study tested whether smelling lavender essential oil before and during an office hysteroscopy (a procedure to look inside the uterus) could lower women's anxiety and pain. Twenty-two women were randomly assigned to inhale either lavender oil or distilled water (placebo). The…

This pilot study tested a 24-hour IV infusion of brexanolone in 10 adult women with PTSD from non-military trauma. The goal was to see if it could reduce PTSD symptoms and lead to remission by 12 weeks. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited.

This study tested a new, short therapy module for people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) who struggle with compulsive checking. The therapy focuses on fixing unhelpful beliefs about memory that drive the urge to check. Researchers aimed to see if this approach reduces ch…

This study tested a smartphone app that teaches mindfulness meditation to help Black and Latino adults with anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. About 400 participants were assigned to one of two mindfulness programs or a waitlist. The trial was terminated early, so we don't hav…

This phase 2 trial tested whether darigabat, an oral tablet, could help people with panic disorder. About 80 participants took either darigabat or a placebo for several weeks. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce panic attacks and improve overall symptoms. The study was t…

This study aimed to see if acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a type of talk therapy, could help HIV-positive men with mental health issues like stress and anxiety. Only one person enrolled before the study was stopped early. Because of this, no meaningful results were obta…

This study tested whether a mindfulness program (including meditation, body scans, and gentle yoga) could help people with implanted heart devices like ICDs or pacemakers feel less anxious, stressed, and depressed. The study planned to enroll 34 adults who had recently received s…

This study tested whether a mild electrical current applied to the forehead (tDCS) could make exposure therapy work better for people with social anxiety. Thirty-three adults with public speaking fears gave speeches in virtual reality while receiving either real or fake tDCS. The…

This Phase 2 trial tested a neuroscience-based technique combining memory structuring and deep vagal breathing to reduce PTSD symptoms in people with advanced, incurable cancer and their partners. The study enrolled 19 patients who had just received a terminal diagnosis. The appr…

This study tested whether EEG neurofeedback—a type of brain training that uses real-time brainwave readings—can help people with aphasia (trouble speaking or understanding language) improve their communication, sleep, and anxiety. Seven adults with aphasia from stroke or primary …

This study tested a mindfulness-based mobile app designed specifically for young Black men (ages 18-29) to help them handle stress from racism and reduce alcohol or marijuana use. Participants used a self-guided app, some with real-time feedback, and reported their daily stress a…

This study tested whether a stepped-care approach using internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) works as well as group therapy or standard medical care for adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). 46 adults in China received one of the three treatments for 6 we…

This study aimed to see if adding Problem Solving Therapy to standard suicide safety planning could reduce suicidal thoughts in older veterans (age 55+) with depression, anxiety, or PTSD. The trial planned to enroll 117 veterans but was terminated early. The approach focused on t…

This study tested whether using the SinuSonic device—a handheld tool that uses sound and gentle pressure to relieve nasal congestion—could also improve anxiety, depression, and overall well-being in adults with chronic stuffy nose. Sixteen participants used the device for 5 weeks…

This study tested a nasal spray called PH94B to see if it could quickly reduce anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder during a public speaking task. About 228 participants were expected to take the spray or a placebo before speaking. The trial was terminated early, so res…

This study tested whether a virtual reality (VR) tour of the delivery room and neonatal unit could reduce anxiety in pregnant women hospitalized with a high risk of preterm birth. The 85 participants were between 24 and 34 weeks pregnant and had received steroids for fetal lung d…

This study tested a school-based program called Proud & Empowered, designed to help LGBTQ students cope with minority stress and improve mental health. About 228 high school students took part. The program was led by school counselors and social workers. The study was terminated …

This study looked at whether using the Calm meditation app could help medical residents and fellows at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix feel less stressed, anxious, or burned out during the COVID-19 pandemic. Only 7 people signed up, and the study was stopped early, so we…

This study tested the safety of a nasal spray called PH94B for people with social anxiety disorder. Participants used the spray up to 4 times a day for up to 12 months when feeling anxious. The trial was terminated early, so we don't have full results on its safety or effectivene…

This study tested an online support group for young adults (ages 18-39) who had cancer treatment and were feeling anxious or distressed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal was to see if teaching healthy coping skills through a virtual group could improve their mood and confide…

This pilot study tested a digital training task called GAMBIT in 50 adults with PTSD. The goal was to see if playing this brain-training game could improve brain circuit flexibility and reduce PTSD symptoms. The study was terminated early, so the findings are limited.

This study tested a new therapy that uses eye-tracking to help veterans with PTSD change how they look at threatening faces. The treatment, called Gaze-Contingent Music Reward Therapy, gives feedback based on where participants look, aiming to reduce stress. The trial included 12…

This study aimed to see if a simple brain-wave test (LDAEP) could predict which veterans with PTSD or depression would improve with the SSRI medication sertraline (Zoloft). Participants took sertraline or a placebo for 14 weeks while researchers measured their brain activity and …

This small Phase 2 study aimed to test the safety and dosing of an intravenous drug called allopregnanolone (also known as brexanolone) in 11 people with chronic PTSD. The trial was terminated before completion, so results are limited. The main goal was to monitor sedation levels…

This study followed 167 adults with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or sleep problems who visited their primary care doctor. Researchers used health conversations and a blood test to track lifestyle changes and heart disease risks over up to 20 years. The goal was …

This study tested a smartphone-based program to help veterans with serious mental illness (like PTSD, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia) better recognize and describe their emotions. The goal was to see if improving emotion awareness could lower suicide risk. Only 11 veterans to…

This study looked at how a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS affects thinking and behavior in children aged 10-17 with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The goal was to understand brain processes linked to OCD, not to treat the condition. Only 6 participants were …