Bipolar I disorder

This 12-week study is for people who completed a previous trial of the ketogenic diet for first-episode bipolar disorder. Researchers want to see if the diet can improve symptoms like depression, mania, and psychosis, as well as brain energy metabolism and insulin resistance. Abo…

This study is testing the long-term safety of a daily pill called OLZ/SAM (olanzapine plus samidorphan) in 236 teenagers with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder. Participants have already completed a previous study with the same drug. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and t…

This Phase 3 study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of azetukalner, a daily pill, in 400 adults with bipolar I or II depression who previously completed a related study. Participants take the drug for 52 weeks, and researchers track side effects, mood changes, and qua…

This study tests whether intensive home-based psychiatric treatment can help children and teens with mental health disorders as an alternative to being in the hospital. Over 3 months, participants receive 3 to 7 home visits per week from a team of doctors, therapists, and other s…

This study compares two ways to help people with both substance use and mental health disorders: a full team-based program called MISSION that provides counseling, peer support, and community outreach for 6 months, versus just linking them with a peer specialist. Researchers hope…

This study tests a new way of delivering mental health and addiction services to youth aged 14-17. Instead of standard hospital outpatient care, an integrated team offers rapid access to various services like therapy, peer support, and primary care in a youth-friendly setting. Re…

This study looks at whether having a trained peer (someone with similar experiences) as a case manager can help people with HIV who also have mental health or substance use problems get the care they need. About 405 adults from an HIV clinic will be randomly assigned to either us…

This large study compares four FDA-approved medications for bipolar depression to see which one helps people feel better. Over 2,700 adults with bipolar I or II disorder and current depression will be randomly assigned to one of the drugs. The goal is to find which treatment lead…

This study tests whether an AI tool can help radiologists read brain CT and MRI scans more accurately and quickly. Researchers will compare how well doctors, AI alone, and doctors using AI together can spot abnormalities, urgent findings, and classify diseases. The goal is to red…

This small study tests a new treatment called TEST for people with depression that hasn't improved with standard treatments. TEST uses a lower electric current than standard electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), aiming to avoid memory and thinking problems. Eight adults aged 25-64 wil…

This pilot study tests whether a brief cognitive behavioral therapy delivered via video conference can help adults with mood disorders who are at high risk for suicide. Forty participants will either receive the video therapy plus usual care, or usual care alone. The study will m…

This study tests whether a single injection of ketamine can quickly reduce suicidal thoughts in people with depression who come to the emergency room. About 90 participants will receive either ketamine or a sedative (midazolam) and be monitored for 24 hours. The trial is currentl…

This pilot study tests a specific type of drama therapy for people who have both a mental health condition (like depression or bipolar disorder) and a substance use disorder. Ten participants will attend weekly group drama therapy sessions for 12 weeks, then put on a performance.…

This study looks at whether moderate-to-vigorous aerobic exercise, called Braining, can help people with bipolar depression recover faster and prevent future depressive episodes. Fifty-four participants will be split into three groups: one doing supervised aerobic exercise three …

This study tests a group therapy called Awareness, Courage, and Love (ACL) for older adults with psychiatric disorders who feel lonely. The therapy focuses on mindfulness, sharing feelings, and building connections. Researchers want to see if the program is practical and helpful …

This study aimed to see if a dissolvable film placed under the tongue could quickly calm agitation in people with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia who come to the emergency room. The drug, BXCL501, is already approved for this use, but the study wanted to test it in the ER setti…

This study tests whether taking postbiotics (a dietary supplement) for 8 weeks can reduce depressive symptoms and improve mood in Korean adults aged 19-39 with mild to moderate mood issues. Fifty-two participants will receive either postbiotics or a placebo, and their mood will b…

This small pilot study tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) aimed at a specific brain region called the lateral habenula can safely reduce symptoms in 6 adults with severe, treatment-resistant depression. Participants have either major depressive disorder or bipolar I and h…

This study tests a 10-week program called 'Grow to Recovery' for people with mental illness. The program is co-led by a peer (someone who also has a mental illness) and a professional. Researchers want to see if it helps participants feel more hopeful and capable. 138 people are …

This study tests whether an early assessment of activity limitations by occupational therapists can help people with mental disorders return to work. 150 participants in specialized psychiatric care will either receive the assessment or usual care. The goal is to see if this lead…

This study looks at how things like social support, income, and health habits are linked to mental health and brain diseases such as depression, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's. Researchers will collect surveys, blood samples, and optional brain scans from over 1,300 adults in Europ…

This study was designed to explore how cariprazine (Vraylar) might help people with bipolar depression by looking at its effect on a specific brain receptor (D3 dopamine). Participants would have taken cariprazine for six weeks and undergone PET scans to see how the drug works in…

This study aimed to develop and test a 12-week mental health program designed specifically for young South Asian women aged 16-24 with mood or anxiety disorders. The program was meant to address cultural and gender needs. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants w…

This study looks at whether an 8-week program of daily brain training exercises, combined with a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (tDCS), can improve thinking, reduce falls, and help seniors with mental health conditions stay independent. About 270 older adults livi…

This study tests whether a 12-week program that combines brain training, social activities, and exercise is practical and liked by seniors with mental health conditions living in community housing. About 18 participants will try the program in small groups, guided by a support wo…

This study is developing and testing a smartphone app called R-Assist for people recently released from jail who have both substance use and mental health disorders. The app tracks symptoms, connects users to resources like housing and recovery groups, and measures how easy it is…

This study looks at how mood disorders and insomnia interact by monitoring heart and brain activity. Researchers will measure signals like heart rate variability and brain waves in 200 people, including healthy volunteers and those with mood or sleep issues. The goal is to unders…

This study looks at how low field magnetic stimulation changes brain activity in older adults (age 60+) with bipolar depression. Forty participants receive both real and sham (fake) stimulation on separate days, with brain scans taken before and after each session. The goal is to…

This study looks at tobacco, cannabis, and other drug use among homeless and at-risk youth in downtown Ottawa. Researchers will follow 520 participants aged 16 and older who are homeless or insecurely housed and have a history of cannabis use and mental illness. The goal is to un…

This study looks at how lithium, a common treatment for bipolar disorder, affects the brain's wiring. Researchers will use MRI scans to track changes in brain connections over 26 weeks in 120 adults with bipolar depression. The goal is to understand why lithium works, not to test…

This study is analyzing blood samples from 1,799 people with Alzheimer's, dementia, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or Parkinson's disease. Researchers want to see if certain substances in the blood can help doctors diagnose and manage these conditions more accuratel…

This study tests a method called SAIA-MH to help clinics in Mozambique better diagnose, treat, and follow up with people who have mental health conditions. Researchers will compare clinics using this approach to those that don't, involving about 155 patients. The goal is to see i…

This study follows 192 teens aged 12 to 20 who are already receiving either Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Brief Strategic Therapy (BST) for anxiety, depression, or OCD. Researchers will track their progress using questionnaires and interviews over 9 months. The goal is to…

This study observes the safety of ADASUVE (loxapine inhalation) in up to 10,000 adults with agitation from schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder. It tracks side effects in real-world emergency or inpatient settings. The study is observational, meaning no new treatment is given—just…

This study gathers MRI, CT, and ultrasound images from 300 adults—some healthy, some with kidney or brain disease—to build a collection for future not-for-profit research. No new treatments are being tested; the goal is to make medical images available to scientists for advancing…

This study is testing whether data from smartphones and wearable devices can predict when a person with depression or bipolar disorder might have another episode. Over 12 months, 540 participants will wear a Fitbit, log daily moods, and complete five check-ins. Researchers will u…