National Institute Of Mental Health (nimh)
Clinical trials sponsored by National Institute Of Mental Health (nimh), explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Scientists work to sharpen brain scans for future mental health breakthroughs Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- Brain scans reveal Ketamine's Fast-Acting secrets in depression study Results expected Jan 2027 (estimated)
- Scientists probe Ketamine's Fast-Acting depression relief in brain receptor study Results expected Feb 2027 (estimated)
- Scientists track Kids' sleep to unlock brain growth secrets Results expected Apr 2027 (estimated)
- Join the brain bank: healthy volunteers wanted for NIMH studies Results expected Apr 2027 (estimated)
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New electric therapy aims to treat depression without memory loss
Symptom relief OngoingThis small study tests a new treatment called TEST for people with depression that hasn't improved with standard treatments. TEST uses a lower electric current than standard electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), aiming to avoid memory and thinking problems. Eight adults aged 25-64 wil…
Sponsor: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain zaps for teen depression? study pulled before it started
Symptom relief CancelledThis study aimed to see if transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) combined with talk therapy could help teens aged 13–17 whose depression didn't improve with standard treatments. Participants would have daily TMS sessions for two weeks and weekly therapy. However, the study was …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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MRI scans reveal brain secrets in kids with ADHD, autism, and more
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study uses MRI scans to look at the brains of children and adults with conditions like ADHD, autism, schizophrenia, and endocrine disorders, as well as healthy volunteers. Researchers aim to compare brain anatomy and function across different groups and ages. The goal is to …
Sponsor: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 09, 2026 22:00 UTC
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Massive gene hunt aims to unlock bipolar Disorder's secrets
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis 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…
Sponsor: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC