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
- NCT07148843RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
CBD for alcohol withdrawal and cravings
This study tests whether adding CBD (a cannabis compound that doesn't get you high) to usual care can help reduce alcohol withdrawal symptoms and cravings. It may offer a new way to support people trying to cut down or stop drinking.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 21–65 - NCT07146633Recruiting
Testing an EMDR app for PTSD and substance use
This study tests an app that uses EMDR therapy to help people with both PTSD and substance use problems. EMDR is a type of therapy that uses eye movements or taps to help process traumatic memories. You would use the app at home and avoid starting other new therapies during the study.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07122882Enrolling by invitation
Genetic study of drug-resistant lung cancer
This trial looks at the genetic changes in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that has stopped responding to targeted therapy pills. It aims to understand why the cancer became resistant, which may help find better treatments.
TaoyuanAges 18 years+ - NCT07109245RecruitingPhase 4
Do antipsychotics block insulin action in the brain?
This study tests whether a single dose of a common antipsychotic medication affects how the brain responds to insulin, which could help explain weight gain and metabolic side effects. Healthy young adults will receive either the antipsychotic or a placebo, then have their brain activity measured with an MRI.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–35 - NCT07105449Recruiting
Testing high-potency cannabis concentrates in regular users
This study looks at how high-potency cannabis concentrates affect people who already use cannabis a few times a week. You will be asked to vape a concentrate and then have your reactions monitored.
Toronto, OntarioAges 19–55 - NCT07097545Recruiting
Social media, exercise, and mindfulness for college students
This study tests whether limiting social media to a few minutes daily and doing brief exercise or mindfulness activities for two weeks can improve well-being. It is for Johns Hopkins students who use social media a lot and currently exercise an hour or less each day.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07080788Recruiting
Native American Pain Risk Study: Smoking Cessation
This study looks at how quitting smoking affects pain in Native American adults. Eligible participants are daily smokers who own a smartphone and do not have heart problems or chronic pain.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT07075068Recruiting
How smoking affects leg movement and coordination
This study tests how cigarette addiction changes the speed and coordination of your legs. If you are a smoker or a non-smoker, researchers will compare your movement to see if smoking makes a difference.
Istanbul, ÜsküdarAges 18–25 - NCT07064590Recruiting
TMS for alcohol craving: a brain stimulation study
This study tests whether a gentle magnetic stimulation (TMS) to the front of the brain can help reduce alcohol cravings. It's designed for people with alcohol dependence who are not in severe withdrawal.
Frankfurt am Main, HesseAges 18–65 - NCT07061522Recruiting
Smoking effects on leg speed and coordination
This study looks at how smoking affects how fast and smoothly you can move your legs. If you are a young adult smoker, your participation helps researchers understand how smoking might slow down your reflexes and coordination.
Istanbul, ÜsküdarAges 18–25 - NCT07059377RecruitingPhase 3
Semaglutide to help smokers with diabetes quit
This study tests if the diabetes drug semaglutide can help people with type 2 diabetes stop smoking more easily. Participants will get either semaglutide or a placebo to see if it improves quit rates.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07028983Recruiting
Music therapy for drug and alcohol addiction recovery
This trial tests if adding music therapy to standard addiction treatment helps people recover from substance use disorders. It is for adults who have completed detox and are not currently going through detox.
ViennaAges 18 years+ - NCT07028151Enrolling by invitation
Massage versus standard care for teeth grinding
This study tests whether a classical massage can help relieve jaw tension and other symptoms of teeth grinding (bruxism) in college students, compared to standard treatments. If you grind or clench your teeth and are between 18 and 27, this might be a non-invasive option to explore.
Bartın, AnkaraAges 18–27 - NCT07033780RecruitingPhase 1
Brain stimulation study for depression treatment
This trial tests a new type of brain stimulation called theta-burst stimulation to see if it helps treat depression. It is for people aged 18-50 who are currently experiencing a major depressive episode and are on a stable antidepressant regimen.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–50 - NCT07032467Recruiting
Social media use and exercise habits in young adults
This study looks at how much young adults use social media and whether it is linked to a need to exercise too much. If you spend a lot of time on social media each day, you may help us understand this connection.
Istanbul, ÜsküdarAges 18–24 - NCT07023419Recruiting
Psychiatric disorders and addiction relapse screening
This trial screens for psychiatric disorders in people being treated for addiction and checks if these disorders affect relapse. It aims to help improve care for people going through withdrawal.
StrasbourgAges 16 years+ - NCT07001735Recruiting
Talking for Change: Preventing child sexual abuse before it happens
This study tests a program called 'Talking for Change' to help people who are worried they might sexually harm a child. It offers group therapy and support to reduce that risk.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06961058Recruiting
Telehealth vs. in-person follow-up for opioid addiction treatment
This study compares follow-up care after an emergency department visit for opioid addiction: either through telehealth (video visits) or in-person appointments. The goal is to see which method helps people stay in treatment after they leave the ED.
El Centro, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06945120Recruiting
Lung Health Program for Chinese and Korean Smokers
This study is testing a program to help Chinese and Korean adults who smoke to improve their lung health. You may be able to join if you are a current smoker, speak Korean, Mandarin, or English, and live in the U.S.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–100 - NCT06926153Recruiting
A study to help smokers in psychiatric care reduce smoking
This trial tests a program to help people who smoke and are being treated for psychiatric conditions reduce their smoking. It aims to see if the program works well in real-world psychiatric clinics.
ArmentièresAges 18 years+ - NCT06928935Recruiting
Digital therapy for teens and young adults at risk for psychosis
This study tests a digital version of dialectical behavioural therapy (a type of talk therapy) to help young people who have early signs of psychosis. It aims to see if this therapy can reduce symptoms and improve well-being.
Toronto, OntarioAges 14–35 - NCT06906328Recruiting
ADHD and addiction: can cognitive training help?
This study tests whether adding a cognitive remediation program to methylphenidate (a medication for ADHD) improves treatment response in adults who have both ADHD and a substance use or behavioral addiction. It aims to help patients manage symptoms better over the short and medium term.
Brest, Brittany RegionAges 18–99 - NCT06899594RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Psilocybin for quitting methamphetamine
This trial tests whether psilocybin (a psychedelic medicine) can help people quit methamphetamine. You'll receive counseling before, during, and after the drug session, and your progress will be followed for several months.
Shreveport, LouisianaAges 25–65 - NCT06880705Recruiting
Trans-Led Care Study for alcohol and drug support
This study is testing a program designed by and for transgender adults to help with alcohol or drug use problems. It looks at whether a supportive, community-based approach can improve health and well-being.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+
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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.