Acute stress disorder

This study tests a 9-session program called MILAP for young married women (ages 15-24) in Nepal who have experienced intimate partner violence. The program involves the woman, her husband, and her mother-in-law, aiming to reduce depression, violence, and PTSD. 900 participants wi…

This trial investigates whether drinking a beverage made from 30 different organic vegetables daily for four weeks can improve gut microbiome diversity, reduce inflammation, and ease PTSD symptoms in adults diagnosed with PTSD. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either…

This early study tests a mobile health program called WINGS+++ for women who use opioids and have experienced intimate partner violence. The program includes three sessions on a tablet or smartphone with videos, exercises, and a peer navigator to help connect to services. Researc…

This study looks at whether a combination of ibogaine-magnesium, 5-MeO-DMT, magnetic e-Resonance therapy (MeRT), and physiological supplements can help special operations veterans with PTSD, depression, suicidal thoughts, and cognitive problems from traumatic brain injury. Partic…

This study looks at whether giving people with PTSD a personalized mix of gut bacteria (called pharmabiotics) can help their mental health. The researchers will track changes in PTSD symptoms, anxiety, depression, and thinking skills over 14 days. The goal is to see if fixing the…

This study tests whether painting roofs with a special reflective coating can lower indoor temperatures and improve mental health. About 800 people in Ahmedabad, India, who live in homes with poor insulation will be randomly assigned to get a cool roof or not. Researchers will me…

Researchers are testing a personalized, non-drug treatment for adults with ongoing depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, sleep problems, attention difficulties, or substance-use concerns. Instead of assigning treatment by diagnosis alone, the study selects approaches base…

This study looks at whether trained service dogs can help reduce PTSD symptoms in military veterans. 150 veterans who already qualified for a service dog are randomly assigned to receive one or to a waitlist. Researchers track their PTSD severity, depression, and overall well-bei…

This trial tests a counseling program called Mpata Yathu ('Our Space') for adolescent girls and young women in Zambia who have experienced gender-based violence and may be living with or at risk for HIV. The program uses problem-solving therapy delivered by trained lay counselors…

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 small study tests whether group drumming sessions can improve emotional well-being for parents of autistic children. Ten parents will take part in drumming groups and report changes in anxiety, depression, and feelings of belonging. The goal is to see if making music togethe…

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 study tests whether psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, can safely help veterans with PTSD. Fifteen veterans will receive two doses of psilocybin in a supervised therapy setting. Researchers will monitor side effects and measure changes in PTSD symptoms.

This study looks at whether having a psychiatric service dog makes prolonged exposure therapy work better for veterans with PTSD. About 216 veterans who already qualify for a service dog will be randomly assigned to get the dog right away or later. The goal is to see if the dog h…

This study tests whether a trauma-informed care plan (TICP) placed in the electronic medical record helps healthcare teams better care for patients with trauma and complex needs. About 200 patients and their clinicians will use the plan, and researchers will measure how acceptabl…

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 planned to compare three different medications given as nose sprays to children aged 2 to 6 years who needed stitches for a cut. The goal was to see which one worked best for pain and anxiety during the procedure. However, the trial was withdrawn before any children we…

This study looks at whether breathing slowly (6 breaths per minute) lowers stress more than breathing at a normal pace or just resting. Healthy adults will practice a breathing method, then take a stress test involving cold water and math. Researchers will measure heart rate, str…

This study follows about 2,200 mothers and their children in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, including Rohingya refugees and local families. Researchers want to understand how growing up in conflict and displacement affects child development and mental health. They are also looking at w…

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 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 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 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 looks back at 376 patients who received psychedelic-assisted therapy with LSD or psilocybin for depression, anxiety, PTSD, or substance use disorders. Researchers want to see if the intensity of the psychedelic experience is linked to better outcomes. All data comes fr…