Anxiety disorder trials span generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety disorder, PTSD, OCD, and panic disorder, with increasing interest in neurobiological targets beyond serotonin and GABA systems. PTSD research has been particularly active following MDMA-assisted therapy trials showing striking efficacy in Phase 3 studies.
Trials evaluate CRHR1 antagonists, V1b antagonists, cannabidiol formulations, MDMA-assisted psychotherapy, exposure-based digital therapeutics, and transcranial magnetic stimulation. PTSD trials often recruit veterans and first responders through VA and DoD partnerships.
Frequently Asked Questions — anxiety disorders Clinical Trials
How many clinical trials are currently recruiting for anxiety disorders?
ClinicalMetric currently tracks 3 actively recruiting clinical trials for anxiety disorders, sourced in real time from ClinicalTrials.gov. The total number of registered studies—including those not yet enrolling or in active follow-up—is 3. Trial availability changes daily as new studies open enrollment and existing ones reach capacity.
What trial phases are available for anxiety disorders?
anxiety disorders research spans multiple clinical trial phases. Phase 1 studies evaluate safety and dosing in small groups, Phase 2 studies assess preliminary efficacy in 100–300 participants, and Phase 3 trials compare the new treatment against the standard of care in 300–3,000+ patients. Phase 4 post-approval studies monitor long-term outcomes in real-world populations.
How do I find out if I qualify for a anxiety disorders clinical trial?
Eligibility criteria for anxiety disorders trials vary by study and typically specify age range, disease stage or severity, prior treatment history, and specific diagnostic or laboratory parameters. Each listing on ClinicalMetric links to the full protocol on ClinicalTrials.gov, where inclusion and exclusion criteria are documented. Contact the sponsoring site's research coordinator directly to confirm your eligibility—your treating physician or specialist can also help identify the most appropriate trial based on your medical history and current treatment status.
Top Sponsors
Baylor College of Medicine 1 trial
University of Copenhagen 1 trial
Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine 1 trial
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