Clinical trials
Adolescence clinical trials
Below are recruiting adolescence clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 932 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06374238Recruiting
Peer support for young people with sickle cell pain
This study tests whether having a peer mentor who also has sickle cell disease can help young people manage chronic pain. You would use a mobile app to connect with your mentor and track your pain.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 16–39 - NCT06371768Recruiting
Helping Young Cancer Survivors Manage Symptoms & Transition to Care
This study is designed to help adolescent and young adult cancer survivors manage symptoms and smoothly transition to post-treatment care. If you finished treatment for certain cancers within the past 1 to 5 years, you may be able to join.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–39 - NCT06351501RecruitingPhase 3
Hormone treatment for gender dysphoria in teenagers
This study tests whether hormone therapy (such as testosterone or estrogen) helps reduce distress in teenagers who feel their gender does not match their body. It aims to see if starting hormones at this age improves mental well-being and overall quality of life.
ParisAges 13–14 - NCT06350409Recruiting
Opioid use after surgery in teens
This study looks at how teens aged 12–17 use opioids after a scheduled surgery. It aims to understand outcomes and help improve pain management.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 12–17 - NCT06341413Recruiting
Teens with PTSD: sleep and emotion study
This study looks at how sleep affects the way teens with PTSD process emotions. It involves MRI scans and overnight sleep visits to understand the brain better. Participation may help researchers develop better treatments for PTSD in young people.
Madison, WisconsinAges 14–18 - NCT06349915Recruiting
Digital peer support for teens with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests a digital peer support program for adolescents who have recently had suicidal thoughts and feel depressed. The goal is to see if talking with trained peers through a smartphone app can help them feel better and safer.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 14–18 - NCT06324864Recruiting
START NOW Adapted for migrant teens, ages 14-18
This trial tests a culturally adapted version of a program called START NOW. It's designed to help teenagers who are migrants in Switzerland and are feeling depressed or very stressed learn new skills to feel better.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 14–18 - NCT06328608RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
PRX-102 for children with Fabry disease
This study tests a new enzyme replacement therapy called PRX-102 for children with Fabry disease. It aims to see if the drug is safe and helps manage symptoms like pain and eye or skin changes.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 2–17 - NCT06337032RecruitingPhase 4
Continued access to HIV treatment for children and teens
This trial provides continued access to Biktarvy (B/F/TAF) for children and adolescents who completed a previous Gilead HIV study. It ensures they can keep taking the medication without interruption.
Buenos AiresAges 1 month+ - NCT06330779Recruiting
Trauma-adapted yoga for teens with PTSD or ADHD
This trial tests if a special yoga program helps teenagers with PTSD or ADHD feel better. It is designed to be safe and supportive for their mental health.
GothenburgAges 12–18 - NCT06311838Recruiting
Preventing opioid use among homeless youth
This study tests a program to help homeless youth build social connections and find stable housing to prevent opioid use. It will be conducted by Ohio State University.
Columbus, OhioAges 14–24 - NCT06290401Recruiting
Boosting self-management in teens with sickle cell disease
This study is testing a program to help adolescents with sickle cell disease better manage their health. It looks at how family, friends, and the clinic can support teens to take charge of their care.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 13–21 - NCT06275191Enrolling by invitation
Testing non-opioid pain relief after tooth extraction
This trial tests whether alternative pain treatments can replace opioid painkillers after wisdom tooth or other tooth removal in teens and young adults. It aims to find safer ways to manage dental pain without relying on opioids.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 12–25 - NCT05709470Recruiting
Mental health support study for children with heart defects
This study looks at mental health in children and teens (age 5–17) who were born with a heart defect. It may help researchers understand what support is needed and how best to measure mental well-being.
CopenhagenAges 5–17 - NCT06262412Recruiting
Online CBT for teens with body dysmorphic disorder
This trial tests an internet-based cognitive-behavioral therapy program for children and teenagers (ages 12-17) with body dysmorphic disorder. It aims to help them manage distressing thoughts about their appearance with support from a parent or caregiver.
GothenburgAges 12–17 - NCT06272669Recruiting
Brain stimulation therapy for teens with autism
This study tests whether repeated sessions of a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help teenagers with autism feel calmer or more focused. The treatment is non-invasive and involves wearing a cap with electrodes for about 20 minutes at a time.
Hung Hom, KowloonAges 12–21 - NCT06273137Recruiting
Positive affect treatment for teens with early adversity
This trial tests a treatment designed to improve positive emotions in adolescents who have experienced stressful early life events. It may help your teen build resilience and emotional wellbeing.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 12–16 - NCT06273995Recruiting
Behavioral activation through telehealth for teens with depression
This trial tests if a telehealth program can help teenagers with depression feel better by increasing positive activities. You and a caregiver will attend weekly video sessions for 8 weeks.
Houston, TexasAges 12–18 - NCT06238765Recruiting
Adolescent Eczema Drug Safety Registry
This registry tracks the safety and effectiveness of medications used for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (eczema) in adolescents aged 10 to 15. It helps doctors understand how well these treatments work and what side effects might occur over time.
Waltham, MassachusettsAges 10–15 - NCT06237842Recruiting
Wearable sleep trackers for children and teens in São Paulo
This trial tests wearable devices to monitor sleep in children and teens. It may help make sleep tracking easier than a traditional sleep test.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 3–18 - NCT06236919Recruiting
Virtual reality for emotional regulation in kids and teens
This study tests a virtual reality program designed to help children and teens learn to manage their emotions. It's offered in schools and aims to improve emotional regulation skills.
BarcelonaAges 10–16 - NCT06249880Recruiting
Studying how kids and young adults move without assistance
This study collects motion data from healthy children and young adults to create a baseline of normal movement. It may help doctors better understand typical development and identify movement problems in the future.
Puyallup, WashingtonAges 3–25 - NCT06216704Recruiting
Bone health and marrow study in teens with cystic fibrosis
This study looks at how cystic fibrosis affects bone health and bone marrow in teenagers. It uses a special MRI scan to measure bone strength and marrow composition, which may help doctors better understand and prevent bone problems in people with CF.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 13–20 - NCT06208657RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Personalized cancer therapy for kids and teens
This trial tests personalized cancer treatments for children and teens whose cancer has not responded to standard therapy. It uses information from precision medicine studies to match the right drug to each child's tumor.
Newcastle, New South WalesAges birth–21 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for adolescence?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 932 recruiting adolescence 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 adolescence 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 adolescence 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.