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Clinical trials sponsored by Mclean Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Could a single day of brain zaps curb suicidal urges in BPD?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new one-day treatment for adults with borderline personality disorder who have serious suicidal thoughts. It combines a medication (D-cycloserine) with up to 20 short sessions of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) over about 12 hours. The goal is to see if…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mclean Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:52 UTC
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Can writing about trauma ease PTSD and cravings?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a short writing therapy called Written Exposure Therapy (WET) can help people with both PTSD and substance use disorders who are in residential treatment. About 108 participants will either do WET or neutral writing alongside their usual care. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mclean Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Your phone may know when You're down: new study for early psychosis
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis small study with 10 adults aged 18-50 who have early psychosis aims to see if smartphone sensors can detect moments of low mood and then offer quick mental health exercises like mindfulness. Participants will use a study app for 10 weeks. The goal is to learn if this approac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mclean Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:50 UTC
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New study seeks to help the helpers of substance use recovery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 12-week one-on-one support program for people who care for a loved one recently treated for substance use. It aims to see if the program is easy to complete and if participants find it helpful. Participants will attend weekly video sessions and complete surveys…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mclean Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC