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3 Recruiting Trials

Clinical Trials
for Anxiety in District of Columbia

3 clinical trials for Anxiety are currently recruiting participants at study sites in District of Columbia. Study-related care is provided at no cost.

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Anxiety clinical trials in District of Columbia: what to expect

Anxiety trials study generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, panic disorder and often post-traumatic stress alongside them. The treatments under study range from new medicines and repurposed ones to cognitive behavioral therapy delivered in person, by video or through an app, virtual-reality exposure, and brain stimulation. Many are run by universities and some can be completed largely online, with a small number of in-person visits.

In District of Columbia, recruiting anxiety studies are concentrated in Washington D.C..

Who anxiety trials usually look for

Trials name the diagnosis they study and set a minimum symptom score on a standard questionnaire, confirmed by a clinician interview at screening. Adults 18 to 65 are the usual range, with separate studies for teenagers and older adults. Typical exclusions are bipolar disorder, psychosis, a current substance use disorder and, for some medicine trials, daily benzodiazepine use. Stable antidepressant treatment is often allowed.

What taking part involves

After a screening interview, medicine trials run eight to twelve weeks with visits every one to two weeks, questionnaires and sometimes blood work; placebo arms are common. Therapy trials involve weekly sessions for eight to sixteen weeks, often with a comparison group that gets the program later. Some studies add brain imaging or a wearable to track sleep and heart rate. Everything study-related is free, and most trials pay for your time.

Questions worth asking the study team

Which visits must be in person; whether you can continue your current medicine or therapy; the chance of placebo or of a waiting-list group; and what support is available if symptoms get worse during the study.

Showing 3 of 3 recruiting Anxiety trials in District of Columbia

Mindful Self-Compassion for Anxiety Disorders and Depression
NA Washington D.C., District of Columbia NCT05671419
This trial is looking for adults who have anxiety disorders or major depression. Participants will receive an 8-week training program focused on self-compassion to help with their symptoms.
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Mindful Self-compassion for Anxiety and Depression: Impact of Delivery Method
NA Washington D.C., District of Columbia NCT07028216
This trial is looking for people dealing with anxiety or depression who want to participate in an 8-week training program. Participants will be assigned to receive the training either in person or through video calls.
Recruiting
Focused Ultrasound for the Complex Patient
NA Washington D.C., District of Columbia NCT06453109
This trial is looking for adults aged 18-75 with chronic back pain, anxiety, and opioid use disorder. Participants will receive low intensity focused ultrasound treatment, and their pain and anxiety will be assessed during the trial.
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Where the Anxiety studies are in District of Columbia

Research sites running the most studies
  • Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington D.C.2 trials
  • Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Washington D.C.1 trial
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Counts are recruiting studies listing at least one site in District of Columbia, from ClinicalTrials.gov, refreshed every two days.

Anxiety clinical trials in District of Columbia: common questions

How many Anxiety clinical trials are recruiting in District of Columbia?
TrialFinder currently lists 3 recruiting Anxiety clinical trials with study sites in District of Columbia. Results are updated regularly from ClinicalTrials.gov, the official U.S. registry of clinical studies.
Where are Anxiety clinical trials located in District of Columbia?
Study sites for the Anxiety trials listed on this page include Washington D.C.. Each trial page lists every participating site with contact details, so you can find the location closest to you.
Do I need insurance to join a Anxiety clinical trial in District of Columbia?
No. Study-related care is covered by the trial sponsor at no cost to participants, including the study treatment, required lab tests and study visits. Many Anxiety trials in District of Columbia also compensate participants for time and travel. Health insurance is not required to search or enroll.
How do I qualify for a Anxiety clinical trial in District of Columbia?
Each study sets its own criteria based on age, Anxiety diagnosis details, prior treatments, current medications and general health. The fastest way to find out is to contact a research site directly — most will pre-screen you by phone in 10 to 15 minutes at no charge. You can also create a free TrialFinder profile to be matched automatically.
Can I take part in an anxiety trial if I am already in therapy?
Often yes for medicine trials, if the therapy is ongoing and stable. Trials testing a therapy usually ask that you are not starting another one at the same time. The listing states its rule.
Are there anxiety studies I can do online?
Yes. Many app-based and video-therapy studies are mostly remote, though most still need one or two in-person visits, so distance to the site still matters.
Is there a placebo in anxiety trials?
Medicine trials usually include a placebo arm and say so in the consent form. Therapy trials compare against usual care or a group that receives the program after a delay.
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Anxiety disorder trials study CBT approaches, novel anxiolytics, MDMA-assisted therapy, and neuromodulation techniques for GAD, social anxiety, and PTSD.

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