Panic disorder

This phase 2 trial tests a new drug called HB-1, which combines two blood pressure medicines (telmisartan and verapamil), to see if it can reduce unexpected panic attacks in people with panic disorder. The study plans to enroll 240 adults aged 18 to 65 and compare HB-1 against pl…

This 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…

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 tests a phone-based care management program for adults with depression, anxiety, or risky drinking. Participants get regular check-ins and support from a mental health technician, while their primary care doctor receives treatment recommendations. The goal is to see if…

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 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 study tests a single cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program designed to help veterans who struggle with both anxiety (including PTSD) and hazardous drinking. The goal is to see if treating both issues together improves their daily functioning and reduces symptoms better …

This study tests a therapy called RETELL that helps people with severe mental illness explore and reshape their life stories. The goal is to improve personal recovery, quality of life, and identity. Twenty adults with conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or PTSD will …

This study tests a program called Omnis Salutis for recent veterans with PTSD, depression, anxiety, or substance use disorders. The program teaches veterans to identify their health goals and communicate them to doctors and family. Researchers want to see if it improves social an…

This study tests whether a short, intensive course of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) over 2 weeks works better than the usual weekly sessions over 6 months for people with anxiety disorders. 120 adults with conditions like panic disorder, OCD, or PTSD will be randomly assigne…

This study tests a community-based program called CRISOL Mente to help Latinos in the Philadelphia area with depression, anxiety, or PTSD. The program uses outreach workers to connect people to mental health care and support. Researchers will measure if symptoms improve after six…

This study tests a brief behavioral therapy program delivered via telehealth (STEP-UP) for children and teens aged 8 to 16 with anxiety or depression. Participants are recruited from community health centers and randomly assigned to either STEP-UP or a referral to local mental he…

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 tests whether a single type of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can work for several anxiety disorders, compared to therapies designed for each specific disorder. About 76 adults with panic disorder, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, or PTSD will participate.…

This study compares two low-intensity family treatments for children aged 7-13 with anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and a parent-led reading program. Both are delivered via telehealth and compared to a relaxati…

This study looks at whether unlicensed professionals can successfully provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to patients in a general hospital. It includes 250 adults with conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD. The goal is to see if this approach improves psychol…

This early-stage study is testing a smartphone app called NEAT-O that provides cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to adults with opioid use disorder who also have anxiety or depression. The goal is to see if the app is easy to use and acceptable to patients. If successful, it wil…

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 tests a 16-week cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program called the C.A.T Project for Pakistani teenagers aged 14 to 17 with moderate to severe anxiety. The program helps teens change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors using relaxation, problem-solving, and parent educ…

This study tests a new online program called Tiny Heroes, designed to help parents of anxious children aged 3 to 6. The program teaches parents cognitive behavioral therapy techniques through four online modules. Researchers want to see if it is practical and effective in reducin…

This study aims to find genes that may increase the risk of developing bipolar disorder. Researchers are collecting DNA and health information from 4,185 adults to understand the genetic causes of the condition. The goal is to improve diagnosis and treatment in the future, but th…

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 uses smartphone data to understand what triggers anxiety and alcohol use in each person, then tailors therapy to those specific triggers. 81 adults with anxiety and alcohol problems will receive 11 sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) either personalized to t…

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 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 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 is developing and testing an online training program to teach therapists how to deliver exposure therapy to people with anxiety disorders and OCD. About 56 practicing therapists will try the program and give feedback to improve it. The goal is to see if the training re…

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 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…