Recruiting Studies
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Top Cities for Anxiety Clinical Trials
Anxiety clinical trials are recruiting across 98 cities. Here are the cities with the most active studies:
Anxiety Trial Phases
77 research organizations are sponsoring anxiety trials.
About Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions, involving persistent, excessive worry that interferes with daily activities. Types include generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder. Treatment includes cognitive behavioral therapy and medications.
Clinical trials are advancing new treatments for anxiety. Currently, 100 studies are recruiting a combined 55,716 participants across the United States. Research is being conducted by 77 organizations including National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), New York University, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and 74 others.
2026 Anxiety Research Landscape
As of July 2026, the anxiety clinical trial landscape includes 100 actively recruiting studies across 98 cities in the United States. These studies are collectively seeking 55,716 participants, with an average enrollment target of 557 per study.
The research spans multiple phases of development: 75 studies are in NA, 10 studies are in PHASE2, 5 studies are in PHASE4, 3 studies are in PHASE3, 1 study is in EARLY_PHASE1. The presence of Phase 3 trials indicates that some anxiety treatments are in late-stage testing and may be approaching regulatory review.
Research is being led by 77 different organizations, including National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), New York University, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Guerbet, Trustees of Dartmouth College, and 72 others. The large number of sponsors reflects significant research interest and investment in anxiety treatment advancement.
Geographically, anxiety trials are most concentrated in Los Angeles, California (10 trials); Boston, Massachusetts (9 trials); Houston, Texas (8 trials); New York, New York (7 trials); Miami, Florida (6 trials) and 7 other cities.
Featured Anxiety Studies
Highlighted recruiting studies for anxiety, selected by enrollment size and research scope.
Evaluation of Patients With Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Healthy Volunteers
The purpose of this protocol is to allow for the careful screening of patients and healthy volunteers for participation in research protocols in the Experimental Therapeutics and Pathophysiology Lab (ETPB) at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and for the collection of natural history data. In addition the protocol will allow clinicians to gain more experience in the use of a variety o...
Prevention of Psychological Health Problems Via Integrated Operational Support
Sub-clinical behavioral health services in the military are performed by BH technicians, who receive minimal training. Due to this, embedding more technicians in military units is unlikely to benefit service members. Giving technicians training in, and access to, evidence-based interventions (EBI) could make their work more effective. The proposed study is a training trial examining the efficacy o...
Study of Neuro-Cognitive Correlates of Pediatric Anxiety Disorders
Study Description: This study examines relations between neurocognitive and clinical features of pediatric anxiety disorders. The study uses neuro-cognitive tasks, functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), as well as magneto- and electro-encephalography (M/EEG). Patients will be studied over one year, before and after receiving either one of two standard-of-care treatments: cognitive behavior...
Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety Clinical Trials
Are there anxiety clinical trials near me?
Yes, there are 100 anxiety clinical trials currently recruiting across 98+ cities in the United States, including Los Angeles, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Houston, Texas. Browse the studies above to find one at a location convenient for you.
How do I join a anxiety clinical trial?
To join a anxiety clinical trial: 1) Browse the available studies on this page, 2) Click on a study that interests you, 3) Check the study locations to find a site near you, 4) Review the eligibility criteria, and 5) Contact the study site or complete the eligibility form. The process is free and you can withdraw at any time.
Are anxiety clinical trials free?
Yes, participation in anxiety clinical trials is free. Study-related treatments, medical tests, and doctor visits are provided at no cost to participants. Many studies also offer compensation for your time and travel expenses.
What types of anxiety treatments are being studied?
Current anxiety clinical trials are testing a range of approaches across NA (75 studies), PHASE2 (10 studies), PHASE4 (5 studies), PHASE3 (3 studies), EARLY_PHASE1 (1 study). These include new drugs, combination therapies, medical devices, and other interventions sponsored by 77 research organizations.
Is it safe to participate in anxiety clinical trials?
Clinical trials are carefully regulated by the FDA and institutional review boards (IRBs). All trials must follow strict safety protocols, and participants receive close medical monitoring throughout the study. You can withdraw from a trial at any time without penalty.
Data updated July 18, 2026 from ClinicalTrials.gov
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · Source of record for eligibility and locations
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