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
- NCT06888700Enrolling by invitation
tDCS to improve social thinking in heroin recovery
This study uses a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS (transcranial direct current stimulation) to improve social thinking skills in people recovering from heroin addiction. It's for adults in early recovery who are in a rehabilitation center.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 30–60 - NCT06854367Recruiting
Comparing fast vs. standard brain stimulation for depression in older adults
This study tests if a faster form of brain stimulation (accelerated theta burst stimulation) works as well as the standard version for treating depression in adults 60 and older. It may help those who haven't gotten relief from antidepressant medications.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06845124RecruitingPhase 2
Testing CBD and naltrexone for alcohol craving
This trial is testing if taking cannabidiol (CBD) plus naltrexone can reduce alcohol craving in people with alcohol dependence. Naltrexone is already used to help with alcohol cravings, and CBD may add extra benefit.
Wiesloch, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–70 - NCT06122298Recruiting
Study on gambling, emotions, and rewards
This study looks at how gambling affects emotions and the brain's reward system. It compares people with gambling problems to healthy volunteers to better understand gambling addiction.
BronAges 18–65 - NCT06799117Recruiting
Decision Support for Opioid Addiction Treatment
This study tests a new way to help people in the emergency department who have moderate to severe opioid use disorder. It looks at using a decision-support tool to guide treatment choices.
Guilford, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06798324RecruitingPhase 4
Brain stimulation plus smoking cessation medication for quitting smoking
This trial tests whether combining brain stimulation (tDCS) with a smoking cessation medication (varenicline) helps people quit smoking. You would attend daily visits for two weeks.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–85 - NCT06792981Recruiting
Digital school program to prevent eating disorders in pre-teens
This trial tests a digital program for schools to help prevent eating disorders in pre-teens. It is designed for 5th and 6th graders and involves activities and questionnaires.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Santa Cruz de TenerifeAges 10–13 - NCT06187025Recruiting
Addiction & Stroke: Smartphone tool for prevention
This study tests whether a smartphone tool can help people who have had a stroke make healthier choices to prevent another one. It specifically looks at how the tool might help manage addiction-related risks.
BordeauxAges 18–80 - NCT06788587RecruitingPhase 2
Long-term stimulant for methamphetamine recovery
This study tests whether a high dose of a stimulant medication (lisdexamfetamine, an ADHD medicine) taken over many weeks can help people who have already completed a methamphetamine treatment program to stay off meth, reduce use, or avoid relapse.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–55 - NCT06783283Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve memory in mild cognitive impairment
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical brain stimulation technique called tACS can improve working memory in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). If you have MCI due to early Alzheimer's, this study may help find new ways to boost memory.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06424743Recruiting
Strength training volume for women with fibromyalgia
This study tests whether different amounts of strength training (resistance exercise) help women with fibromyalgia feel better. It compares three different workout volumes to see which one women prefer and which works best for their symptoms.
Natal, Rio Grande do NorteAges 18–65 - NCT06780917Recruiting
Online cognitive testing for older adults with depression or memory concerns
This study tests whether an online cognitive assessment platform (Creyos) is valid for older adults with major depression or mild cognitive impairment. Participants will complete brain games or puzzles to see how well the online tool measures thinking skills.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT05505188Recruiting
Predicting long-term pain after head and neck radiotherapy
This study looks for ways to predict and improve pain you may have months after radiotherapy for first head and neck cancer. It may help doctors better anticipate pain and support patients during recovery.
CaenAges 18 years+ - NCT05836207Recruiting
Rewards for quitting cannabis in young adults
This study tests whether offering rewards can help young adults stop using cannabis. You would attend a treatment clinic and provide supervised urine tests twice each week while aiming to quit.
AmsterdamAges 16–22 - NCT06712979Recruiting
Adding breathing exercises to voice therapy for professionals
This study tests if adding a special breathing exercise (lung volume recruitment) to the Lee Silverman voice therapy program helps voice professionals improve their voice. You may be able to join if you're a voice professional with a healthy voice and no smoking history.
Anápolis, GoiásAges 20–60 - NCT05277714Recruiting
Neurofeedback for food addiction in people with obesity
This trial tests whether brain-training feedback using near-infrared sensors (a painless light-based brain measure) can reduce food addiction behaviors in people with obesity. If you qualify for obesity surgery and have food addiction signs, you may be offered this therapy and monitored during the study.
RennesAges 18–55 - NCT06693700Recruiting
Using an air quality monitor to help make your home smoke-free
This study tests whether an indoor air quality monitor can help people keep their homes smoke-free. It is for MSK patients who currently smoke and want to reduce smoke exposure indoors.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06689072Enrolling by invitation
High-frequency brain stimulation for opioid use disorder
This study tests whether a treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can help people with opioid use disorder. It involves a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate certain parts of the brain.
Asyut, Asyut GovernorateAges 18–45 - NCT04732676Recruiting
Smartphone app to help manage cravings and addiction triggers
This study tests whether a smartphone app can help you manage cravings and personal triggers that lead to substance use or addictive behaviors. It is designed for people who are seeking addiction support and have at least a month before starting treatment.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06672588Recruiting
Magnetic seizure therapy for schizophrenia
This trial tests a new type of brain stimulation called magnetic seizure therapy (MST) for people with schizophrenia who haven't gotten better with standard medicines. The goal is to see if MST can help reduce symptoms like hallucinations or confusion.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06675461Enrolling by invitation
Brief talk therapy for suicidal patients with borderline personality disorder
This trial tests a short talk therapy for people with borderline personality disorder who come to the emergency department after hurting themselves or thinking about suicide. The goal is to see if this brief help can ease suicidal thoughts and keep you safer.
Toronto, OntarioAges 16 years+ - NCT06619964Enrolling by invitation
Study on nicotine levels in e-liquids
This trial tests how different nicotine levels in e-liquids affect people who use pod or pen-style vapes daily. It aims to help regulators make better rules about nicotine content.
Rochester, New YorkAges 21 years+ - NCT06618755Recruiting
Staying sober after detox: a coaching study
This study tests if motivational interviews after hospital detox help people with alcohol use disorder stay completely sober for one year. It might help you if you are committed to full abstinence and have a phone available.
MontpellierAges 18 years+ - NCT06582888RecruitingEarly Phase 1
VR attention test for smoking cravings
This study tests whether a virtual reality (VR) program can measure how your brain pays attention to smoking cues. It also involves taking a medication called varenicline (Chantix) to see if it reduces cravings. You may be eligible if you are a daily smoker, have been smoking for at least 3 years, and are not ready to quit in the next month.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 22 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.