Capgras syndrome
MONDO:0003965A rare neuropsychiatric disorder whose primary feature is the delusion that relatives or close acquaintances are not the persons that they are known to be. Visual recognition appears intact but familiar persons are thought be imposters, that is, they appear similar or identical to known individuals but are not. Most cases are seen in the context of a psychotic state. However, if manifested post-traumatically, the cause is most likely due to neurologic impairment. This disorder should be contrasted with prosopagnosia, in which an individual may not recognize a familiar person at all.
134 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Drugs and therapy together: a new hope for anxiety, depression, and more?
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study is testing whether combining standard psychiatric medications (like antidepressants and anti-anxiety drugs) with individual cognitive behavioral therapy can improve symptoms and daily functioning in people with anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disord…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rakitzi, Stavroula • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could home therapy replace hospital stays for kids with mental health issues?
Disease control OngoingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University Innsbruck • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New study tests Team-Based approach to curb overdose risk
Disease control OngoingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New therapy aims to boost medication adherence in early psychosis
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a 10-session program called AIM-AT, which uses acceptance-based techniques to help people with recent-onset psychosis better understand their illness and stick to their medication. The trial involves 126 participants in Hong Kong and tracks their medication adher…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New care model aims to speed up mental health help for teens
Disease control OngoingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Peer power: new study tests whether support buddies boost HIV and mental health care
Disease control OngoingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New behavioral program aims to keep people with mental illness out of jail
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new group program called Forging New Paths for adults with serious mental illness who have also been involved with the criminal justice system. The program combines cognitive behavioral therapy with social learning techniques to reduce aggression and help peopl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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AI boosts brain scan accuracy in massive new trial
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis 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…
Sponsor: Yaou Liu • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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AI listens for signs of depression, autism, and more in your speech
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence can analyze a person's speech to help diagnose mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, autism, and schizophrenia. Researchers will record 500 people speaking and compare the AI's predictions to standard clinical dia…
Sponsor: Psyrin Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:40 UTC
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Can acting out help heal? drama therapy trial targets dual diagnosis
Symptom relief TerminatedThis 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.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Veterans with psychosis get new sleep hope: CBT-I trial targets insomnia
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a type of talk therapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) can improve sleep and daily functioning in veterans who have both psychosis and insomnia. About 152 veterans are taking part. The goal is to see if better sleep leads to bette…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Can a 'Courage and Love' group therapy beat loneliness in seniors?
Symptom relief OngoingThis 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 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Exercise program for psychosis shows promise in small study
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a combined aerobic and strength training program is feasible for adults with psychotic disorders. Forty participants will exercise for about an hour per session. Researchers will measure how many complete the program and track changes in fitness and stren…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Solli Distriktspsykiatriske Senter • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Can peers help people recover from mental illness? new study says maybe
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis 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 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cheng-Kung University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Which country handles mentally ill offenders better? a Head-to-Head study
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 600 mentally ill offenders in Italy and California over three years to compare two very different treatment systems. Italy uses community-based care, while California relies on long-term hospital stays. Researchers will track violence, recovery, and functioning…
Sponsor: University of Bari • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Can a simple assessment cut sick leave for mental disorders?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Göteborg University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brain boost for seniors: study tests training plus zaps to keep minds sharp
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New program aims to keep seniors sharp and at home longer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New app aims to support recovery for recently released inmates with dual diagnoses
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Meaningful Measurement, Inc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Ottawa study aims to help homeless youth cut back on tobacco and drugs
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis 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…
Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can magnetic pulses unlock memory secrets in early psychosis?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called TMS, combined with brain scans, to understand working memory problems in people with early psychosis. Twenty participants will receive both active and placebo TMS to see how it affects brain activity and memory perf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock secrets of depression, bipolar, and psychosis
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is collecting DNA, brain scans, and other biological samples from 2,000 people with major depression, bipolar disorder, or psychotic disorders, as well as healthy volunteers. The goal is to better understand the physical and genetic factors behind these conditions, whi…
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can a simple clinic strategy boost mental health treatment in africa?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis 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…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Which therapy works best for troubled teens? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis 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…
Sponsor: IRCCS Centro Neurolesi Bonino Pulejo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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300 volunteers help create medical image bank for science
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis 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…
Sponsor: Mario Negri Institute for Pharmacological Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:28 UTC