Clinical trials
Addiction clinical trials
Below are recruiting addiction clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 201 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06861751Recruiting
Smartphone overuse and jaw proprioception in teens
This trial looks at how heavy smartphone use affects neck posture, neck muscle endurance, and jaw awareness in teenagers aged 17-19. It aims to understand if long-term phone use is linked to these physical changes.
Al MansurahAges 17–19 - NCT07325279RecruitingPhase 1
Nalmefene Implant Safety Study in Healthy Adults
This trial tests a new implant form of the medicine nalmefene to see if it is safe and well-tolerated in healthy adults. It is an early-phase study that helps researchers understand how the body reacts to the implant before testing it in people with opioid use problems.
Morrisville, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07322432RecruitingPhase 2
The CONQUER trial: quitting vaping with e-cigarette reduction
This study tests whether gradually reducing nicotine in e-cigarettes helps people who vape quit completely. It is for adults who are ready to stop and want a structured program.
New York, New YorkAges 21 years+ - NCT07301151Recruiting
Quit smoking study for Black adults in Minnesota
This study tests a smartphone app to help Black adults in Minnesota who smoke quit smoking. You'll use the app to track your progress and get reminders.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+ - NCT07298902Recruiting
Non-invasive brain stimulation to help quit smoking
This study tests a new non-invasive brain stimulation technique to help long-term smokers quit. You'll receive a safe magnetic pulse to brain areas linked to cravings, and researchers track your progress.
Houston, TexasAges 20–60 - NCT07292883RecruitingPhase 2
Accelerated TMS for smoking cessation
This trial tests whether a rapid form of brain stimulation (TMS) can help people stop smoking. It is designed for adults who are ready to quit within the next month.
Penetanguishene, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07273955Recruiting
Alcohol use and weight-loss surgery: a study of addiction follow-up
This study looks at how alcohol use disorder changes after weight-loss surgery. Researchers want to understand the link between eating disorders, alcohol problems, and addiction treatment before and after surgery.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT07278752Enrolling by invitation
Social media and emotions in teens study
This study looks at how social media affects teenagers' emotions and daily experiences. Participants will use a smartphone app to track their feelings and social media use over time.
Dallas, TexasAges 13–18 - NCT07242872Enrolling by invitation
Screen addiction and pain after nose surgery
This trial looks at whether screen addiction affects pain levels after rhinoplasty (nose job). It will help doctors understand if screen habits influence recovery.
Tokat Province, Tokat ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07245862Recruiting
Family program for screen use conflicts
This study is for families who are dealing with conflicts about video games or screen use. It tests a program designed to help families work together and find a healthier balance.
LundAges 11–14 - NCT07216872Recruiting
Deep TMS to reduce heavy drinking in alcohol use disorder
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation device (Deep TMS) to help people with alcohol use disorder reduce or stop heavy drinking. It uses magnetic pulses to target brain areas linked to addiction.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 18–86 - NCT07214636Recruiting
Apnea therapy exercise app for sleep apnea patients
This trial tests a new exercise app to help people with sleep apnea. It looks at whether using a smartphone or tablet app can improve symptoms for those already using a CPAP machine.
Istanbul, Göztepe NeighborhoodAges 18–65 - NCT06922721Recruiting
Addiction, trauma, and immigration study for young adults
This study looks at how addiction, trauma, and immigration affect young adults living in housing centers. It aims to better understand their needs and how to help them.
Jarville-la-MalgrangeAges 18–25 - NCT07211438RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin with Monitors for Treatment-Resistant Depression
This study tests whether trained monitors improve the safety and outcomes of psilocybin therapy for people with depression that hasn't responded to other treatments. Participants will receive psilocybin in a supervised setting and will need to temporarily stop other psychiatric medications.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–70 - NCT07210268Recruiting
Brain stimulation for nicotine addiction treatment
This trial tests a new method called temporal interference to stimulate the brain and help people who vape nicotine reduce their addiction. It aims to see if this non-invasive approach can make it easier to quit.
Bloomington, IndianaAges 21–50 - NCT06916754Recruiting
Comparing two therapies for alcohol addiction
This study compares two types of therapy to help people reduce or stop drinking. You will attend weekly sessions for 12 weeks and learn new skills or use hypnotherapy to support your recovery.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07199374Recruiting
Testing PARCA digital tool for justice and health
This trial tests a digital tool (called PARCA) that aims to improve fairness and health for people on supervision, like probation. The tool is meant for both officers and the people they supervise who have used drugs.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07198971Recruiting
Music therapy to help cancer patients quit smoking
This study tests whether adding music therapy sessions can help people with cancer quit smoking more easily. You'll work with a tobacco addiction nurse and a music therapist to see if the music part makes it easier to stick with quitting.
Montpellier, HeraultAges 18 years+ - NCT06942559Recruiting
Brain stimulation for treatment-resistant OCD
This trial tests a new type of brain stimulation (TMS) that is timed to your brain's natural rhythms, targeting a part of the brain linked to OCD. It may help people whose OCD has not improved with standard treatments.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT06105853Recruiting
Stress and brain activity in alcohol use disorder
This study looks at how people with alcohol use disorder respond to stress and what happens in the brain. You'll use a smartphone and may have an MRI scan to understand your stress responses.
Mannheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–65 - NCT07178158Recruiting
Extra education via app for addiction treatment
This trial tests a smartphone app called NIPA that provides extra education and support for people already taking medication for opioid or stimulant use disorder. It aims to improve addiction treatment by helping you learn more and stay on track.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18–65 - NCT07165808Recruiting
Nicotine pouch abuse liability study
This study looks at how different nicotine pouch products affect people's desire to use them. It may help if you currently use nicotine pouches and are not planning to quit.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 21–35 - NCT05534815Recruiting
Long-term support for opioid use disorder treatment
This study looks at long-term treatment support for people receiving medicine-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. It may help by testing an approach to improve long-term outcomes while you receive buprenorphine or methadone.
Marquette, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07145866RecruitingPhase 4
Varenicline and TMS for quitting nicotine use
This study tests whether combining the medication varenicline (Chantix) with a special brain stimulation treatment (TMS) can help people quit vaping or smoking nicotine. If you're motivated to quit and use nicotine daily, you may be able to join.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for addiction?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 201 recruiting addiction studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a addiction trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a addiction trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.