DEPRESSION, ANXIETY

This study tests whether a brief, modified exposure therapy given soon after rape can prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in women. About 166 women from four sexual assault centers in Norway will be randomly assigned to either the short therapy or standard care. The goa…

This study tests a mobile health system (smartphone app plus Apple Watch) combined with a week-long cycling event to help veterans reduce stress, anxiety, and depression from PTSD. About 36 veterans will use the app to track and manage stressful moments and join a cycling challen…

This study tests whether a physical activity program can help pregnant people who feel depressed or anxious. Researchers will measure changes in mood and stress markers. The study involves 88 participants from a Stanford clinic. It aims to find a simple, drug-free way to support …

This study tests a voice-assisted program using Amazon Alexa to help older adults with depression manage goals, reminders, and other tasks. Participants aged 65 and older with depressive symptoms will use the program for 12 weeks, with support from a caregiver or coach. The goal …

This study tests a brief telehealth program called STEP-UP for youth aged 8-16 with anxiety or depression. Participants are recruited from community health centers and are randomly assigned to either STEP-UP or a referral to local mental health services. Researchers will check ho…

This study looks at whether a digital cognitive behavioral therapy program (SilverCloud) can help Spanish-speaking adults with depression or anxiety. About 426 participants will either use the program on their own or with extra support. The goal is to see if these tools can impro…

This study is testing an 8-week online program designed to help couples where one person has had a stroke. The program teaches skills like communication, gratitude, and goal-setting to reduce anxiety and depression in both the stroke survivor and their partner. Researchers aim to…

This study was designed to test an online program called iACTforDGBI for adults with gut-brain interaction disorders and anxiety or depression. It aimed to compare this therapy to another online program and measure symptom changes. However, the study was withdrawn before enrollin…

This study looks at whether emphasizing certain words in a questionnaire's instructions changes how people with depression or anxiety respond. Researchers will give the same mental health survey twice in one day to 200 U.S. adults who have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety …

This study is creating a large registry of 5,000 young people (ages 8-20) in Texas who have depression or thoughts of suicide. Researchers will collect health information over time to better understand these conditions and develop tools to predict outcomes. The goal is to improve…

This study looks at whether a supplement made from black rice can increase levels of BDNF, a protein that supports brain health, memory, and mood. Researchers will give 12 healthy adults either the black rice extract or a placebo and measure BDNF in their blood. The goal is to se…

This study looks at how a regular exercise program influences sleep quality, daily energy patterns (chronotype), and depression symptoms in university students. Researchers are tracking 54 students who already exercise regularly, using questionnaires to measure changes. The goal …