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Social Anxiety Disorder
Open-data reference.
33 US clinical trials · 18 currently recruiting
Active & Recent Trials
CO2 Reactivity as a Biomarker of Non-Response to Exposure-Based Therapy
University of Texas at Austin
NCT05467683
P3b Short-term Study of CTN in Patients With ADHD and Comorbid Anxiety
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization
NCT06973577
Comparing TBT to Disorder-Specific Psychotherapy in Veterans With Social Anxiety Disorder
VA Office of Research and Development
NCT05858346
Validating an Autonomous Interactive Internet-Based Delivery of an Empirically Supported Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Comorbidity
University of Minnesota
NCT05117255
Neural Markers of Treatment Mechanisms and Prediction of Treatment Outcomes in Social Anxiety
Boston University Charles River Campus
NCT05683223
Group Exposure Workshops for Socially Anxious Undergraduates
University of Colorado, Boulder
NCT06673407
Respiratory Training in the Treatment of Transdiagnostic Pathological Anxiety
University of Texas at Austin
NCT05427708
Individual Factors of CBT Underlying Success
University of Washington
NCT06678295
Internet-delivered Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adolescents With Autism and Anxiety
Baylor College of Medicine
NCT06537128
Neurofeedback Enhanced Cognitive Reappraisal Training - Phase 4
University of Michigan
NCT06563310
Very Brief Exposure: Development of a Novel Exposure Modality for Social Anxiety Disorder in Transition-Age Youth
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
NCT06526260
Mindful Self-compassion for Anxiety and Depression: Impact of Delivery Method
Georgetown University
NCT07028216
A Clinical Trial to Assess the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of a Repeat Dose of Fasedienol Nasal Spray for the Acute Treatment of Anxiety in Adults With Social Anxiety Disorder
VistaGen Therapeutics
NCT06809179
Targeting Social Function in Anxiety and Eating Disorders
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
NCT06198023
Attention Bias Modification Training for Social Phobia (ABMSP)
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
NCT06054386
Using TMS to Understand Neural Processes of Social Motivation
Auburn University
NCT06274112
Application of Virtual Reality Technology to Treatment of Social Anxiety
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
NCT06845488
Mindful Self-Compassion for Anxiety Disorders and Depression
Georgetown University
NCT05671419
Fasedienol Nasal Spray for the Acute Treatment of Anxiety in Adults With Social Anxiety Disorder (PALISADE-3)
VistaGen Therapeutics
NCT06358651
Building an Outcomes Assessment Infrastructure to Assess Anxiety Treatment
Mclean Hospital
NCT02305537
Efficacy of BNC210 in Acute, As-needed Treatment of Anxiety in Social Anxiety Disorder - 1
Bionomics Limited
NCT06510504
Cannabidiol (CBD) for the Treatment of Social Anxiety Disorder
EmpowerPharm
NCT05600114
Effects of Therapeutic Mobile Game on Anxiety
Hunter College of City University of New York
NCT05240794
Adding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Drug Treatment for Social Anxiety Disorder
Temple University
NCT00074802
Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy for the Treatment of Social Phobia
Georgia State University
NCT02379949
Computerized Treatment for Social Anxiety
Florida State University
NCT03101553
Effect of Oxytocin Nasal Sprays on Social Behavior in Social Anxiety Disorder
Stefan G. Hofmann
NCT01856530
Cannabidiol as a Treatment for Social Anxiety Disorder (R61)
NYU Langone Health
NCT05571592
Study To Evaluate The Effects Of Gabitril™ In Patients With Social Anxiety Disorder
Emory University
NCT00208741
Effect of Mindfulness Meditation on Physiological Response to Unpredictable Stimuli
Georgetown University
NCT03206437
Efficacy of Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy Scripts for Social Phobia
Penn State University
NCT04850989
Adjunctive Quetiapine in the Treatment of Refractory Social Anxiety Disorder in Adults
Cambridge Health Alliance
NCT01224067
Yohimbine to Enhance Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Social Anxiety
Southern Methodist University
NCT00958880
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Early Phase 1 | 1 |
| Phase 2 | 3 |
| Phase 3 | 5 |
| Phase 4 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Social Anxiety Disorder Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 33 US studies indexed under Social Anxiety Disorder, and 18 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 55% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Social Anxiety Disorder shows 7 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 4 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Social Anxiety Disorder is led by Georgetown University with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 33 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Social Anxiety Disorder?
PlainTrial tracks 33 US clinical trials for Social Anxiety Disorder, of which 18 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Social Anxiety Disorder?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.