MENTAL HEALTH ISSUE

This study looks at whether taking part in a traditional Ojibwe ceremony called Gii'igoshimong can help American Indian adults cut down on substance use and improve their mental health. About 300 adults who identify as Ojibwe and have used substances in the past month will be ran…

This study tests whether giving pasteurized donor human milk to full-term babies born to mothers with diabetes during the first five days of life can reduce the number of infants admitted to the neonatal unit for low blood sugar. About 1,444 mothers and their newborns will be ran…

This study tests a counseling program designed to help Black women living with HIV take their medication regularly and achieve viral suppression. Participants must be Black, cis-gender women aged 18 or older, with a history of trauma and recent unsuppressed viral load. The progra…

This study tests whether a peer-led community program can help more Black men in Prince George's County, Maryland, start taking PrEP—a daily pill that prevents HIV. Participants will attend events focused on reducing HIV stigma and building social support. Researchers will compar…

This study tests a new way to train mentors and their supervisors to deliver a proven depression prevention program to teens in rural communities. The training includes online modules, live supervision, and a buddy system where new mentors learn from experienced ones. About 96 te…

This study tests two school-based programs designed to help teenagers aged 13-19 sleep better. The goal is to see if improving sleep can prevent future depression and anxiety. About 3,000 students in Swedish high schools will take part, and their results will be compared to stude…

This study tests two types of therapy for LGBTQ+ adults (ages 20+) who have nonaccepting parents and are feeling depressed or anxious. One therapy is individual counseling, the other involves family sessions. The goal is to see if these therapies can reduce symptoms and improve f…

This study is testing a therapy program called Unified Protocol for children and teens (ages 7-17) with anxiety or depression, along with their parents. The program uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to help manage emotions. Researchers will measure changes in symptoms and pare…

This study tests a new way to help teenagers in rural India with mental health issues like depression and anxiety. Instead of specialists, trained teachers will deliver the care. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and can improve teens' emotional well-being.

This study tests a program called Living Healthy to see if it helps home health aides feel better. About 100 aides will take part in an 8-week program that teaches health tips and positive thinking. Some will also get a peer coach—another aide trained to offer extra support. The …

This study tests whether adding music to guided mindfulness meditation helps reduce stress and anxiety better than meditation alone. It involves 70 adults of African descent who have symptoms of anxiety or depression. Participants will join virtual sessions and report their stres…

This study tests a short video-based therapy called BRIGHT to help head and neck cancer survivors who feel distressed about changes in their appearance. About 180 survivors will be randomly assigned to BRIGHT or a supportive talk session. The goal is to see if BRIGHT reduces body…

This study tests a program called SUPERCEDE that helps veterans at risk for suicide get faster access to mental health services. It combines counseling, crisis planning, and care coordination between VA and community doctors. About 100 veterans will be randomly assigned to SUPERC…

This study tests an online program called POET that helps teens aged 12-17 learn to manage their emotions. The goal is to reduce mental health symptoms like anxiety and depression. About 388 teens and their parents will participate, and researchers will track their progress for u…

This study tests whether group or individual therapy can reduce pre-death grief, burden, and stress in people caring for a loved one with dementia. About 60 adult caregivers will participate. The goal is to see if these evidence-based approaches improve emotional well-being.

This study tests a 6-month online program called HELP for teens aged 12-17 who are dealing with emotional distress. Participants either start the program right away or wait 6 months, and researchers compare their emotional health, lifestyle habits, and use of mental health servic…

This study tests three online mental health programs—guided therapy, self-guided therapy, and mindfulness—against a waitlist group. About 320 adults with moderate to severe anxiety or depression will participate. The goal is to see which approach best reduces symptoms and improve…

This study tests a program called Family Spirit Strengths to help American Indian and Alaska Native mothers and caregivers manage depression, anxiety, and substance use. About 188 pregnant women or caregivers of young children who have mental health symptoms will take part. Half …

This study tests short, easy-to-use digital tools (called micro-interventions) designed to help breast cancer survivors manage stress and improve their mood. Researchers will enroll 120 women who were diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in the past 5 years and have some symp…

This study looks at how common postpartum depression is among 100 new mothers who gave birth in the last 4 weeks to 6 months and are seen at a high-risk pregnancy clinic. Researchers will use a simple questionnaire to screen for depression and see if a standard screening process …

This study looks at whether a virtual, community-based program combining music and mindfulness can help People of African Descent manage stress, anxiety, and depression during COVID-19. About 48 participants aged 16 and older will take part. Researchers will measure brain activit…

This study looks at how stress and childhood trauma might increase the risk of preterm birth by affecting tiny energy-producing parts of cells called mitochondria. Researchers will follow 200 pregnant women, mostly Black and Hispanic, to understand these connections and why prete…

This study aims to see if an online screening tool can help find mental health problems in children aged 5-17 who were born with heart defects. Researchers will test the screening in 4800 Danish kids and create a website to help families and doctors better understand and address …

This study tests whether a special clinic that checks your genes and all your medications can lower the risk of harmful drug interactions. About 1,300 adults with cancer or mental health conditions who take multiple drugs will get a consultation. The goal is to help doctors presc…

This study looks at the mental health of teenagers aged 14 to 19 in Quito, Ecuador. Researchers want to understand how lifestyle habits and social factors affect emotional well-being. About 1,000 teens will answer surveys and be followed over time. The goal is to use this informa…

This study looks at a new way to help children in the child welfare system get connected to mental health services. Researchers are testing a team meeting method called After Action Review to make sure families and children have a real say in their care plans. About 320 caseworke…

This study looks at whether giving extra support to therapists can reduce their burnout and help them keep providing effective trauma therapy to children. About 50 therapists and their child patients will take part. The goal is to make sure more children get the mental health car…

This study tests a group program called Weyera that aims to improve mental health and resilience in Ethiopian and Eritrean young adults (ages 18-29) living in Atlanta. The program involves weekly 2-hour sessions over 8 weeks. The main goal is to see if the program is acceptable, …

This study looks at whether training psychiatric care teams to talk about sexual health can help more teens discuss this topic while hospitalized for mental health issues. About 770 teens aged 15 and older will take part. The goal is to better understand and support their sexual …

This study aims to understand how adults who survive acute respiratory failure (ARF) and their family caregivers think about the first 6 months of recovery. Researchers want to see if expectations about recovery are linked to anxiety, depression, and stress in both survivors and …