Clinical trials
Adolescent clinical trials
Below are recruiting adolescent clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 933 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06262958Recruiting
Early help for teen alcohol and substance issues
This study looks at early help for alcohol and substance use in teenagers. The goal is to see if early support can improve outcomes for young people who have been treated at a psychiatric clinic.
KuopioAges 14–19 - NCT05525962Recruiting
Study factors that affect development in foster children
This study looks at how different stress and support factors may influence how children and teens grow and cope while they are involved with child protective services. It may help clinicians understand what supports work best for children in care.
CanteleuAges Up to 16 years - NCT07483333Recruiting
Comparing two group therapies for kids with medical conditions and trauma
This study compares two types of group therapy for youth ages 8–18 who have a chronic medical condition and trauma-related distress. The goal is to see which type of group helps kids feel better and handle their health challenges.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 8–18 - NCT06633458Recruiting
Family communication in teen psychiatric care
This trial looks at how teens in a hospital psychiatry unit feel about talking with their parents and whether that affects their treatment progress.
Hamburg, Free and Hanseatic City of HamburgAges 14–17 - NCT06248203Recruiting
Teacher-led mental health support for teens in Darjeeling
This trial tests a program in which teachers get extra training to support students with emotional or behavioral challenges in low-cost private schools in Darjeeling. It aims to see if teachers can make a positive difference for these teens.
Darjeeling, West BengalAges 13 years+ - NCT07780188Recruiting
Lean beef in a healthy meal plan for teens with PCOS
This study tests whether adding lean beef to a healthy meal plan can help teens with PCOS improve their health. You'll follow a special diet and wear a small monitor to track your blood sugar, and the study may help you feel better and manage your condition.
College Station, TexasAges 11–17 - NCT07430774Recruiting
Depression, emotions, and heart rate in teens
This study looks at how your relationship with your parent and your emotions affect your heart rate and depression. You will wear a Fitbit for a week and answer questionnaires about your feelings and daily habits.
Dallas, TexasAges 12–18 - NCT07303062Recruiting
Parenting program for teen mental health
This study tests a parenting program designed to improve communication and relationships with teens. It may help parents learn new skills to support their adolescent's mental health.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05765864Recruiting
Study of self-harm in at-risk teens
This study looks at self-harm and thoughts/behaviors related to safety in teenagers who are considered at higher risk. It may help researchers better understand what supports are needed for teens who self-harm without wanting to die.
LjubljanaAges 13–18 - NCT07151079Recruiting
Group therapy for trans teens feeling stressed
This study tests a group therapy program for teens who are trans or gender diverse and feeling stressed, anxious, or sad. The goal is to see if talking together in a group helps improve their well-being.
Parkville, VictoriaAges 12–17 - NCT07111052Enrolling by invitation
Lock and protect: reducing access to items used for suicide
This study tests a program to help families make the home safer by securing or removing items that could be used for self-harm. It is for teens (13–17) who came to the emergency room for suicidal thoughts, attempts, or self-injury without the intent to die, and their caregivers.
New York, New YorkAges 13–17 - NCT07067125Recruiting
Augmented reality physiotherapy for teens with scoliosis
This study explores how teens with scoliosis feel about using augmented reality (a technology that overlays digital images on the real world) during their physical therapy sessions. It aims to understand if AR makes therapy more engaging or helpful.
GaziantepAges 10–18 - NCT06745570Recruiting
Sleep, decision-making, and eating habits study for teens with obesity
This study tests whether improving sleep and decision-making skills helps teenagers with obesity make healthier eating choices. It involves both teens and their parents or guardians.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 14–18 - NCT06593652Recruiting
How caregivers can help teens with alcohol use
This study looks at how involving caregivers in a brief talk with a primary care provider might help teens who are drinking alcohol or using other substances. It aims to find better ways to support teens and their families.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 12–17 - NCT06256380Recruiting
Comparing two therapies for teens with eating disorders
This trial compares two proven therapies for teenagers with eating disorders: one that focuses on the whole family (FBT) and another that works with the teen individually (CBT-E). It aims to find which approach works best for different teens.
BergenAges 12–18 - NCT06242821Recruiting
Yoga for back pain in teen scoliosis
This study tests whether yoga can help reduce back pain in teens with scoliosis (curved spine). You would practice yoga at home through online sessions, as an alternative to or alongside physical therapy.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 10–20 - NCT02797717Recruiting
Treatment study for classical Hodgkin lymphoma in young people
This trial looks at a treatment approach for children and adolescents with classical Hodgkin lymphoma. It may help by testing how well the treatment controls the cancer and is tolerable in young patients.
Petah TikvaAges 1 month–18 years - NCT04766801Recruiting
Survey for teens seeking weight-loss surgery
This study is a health and survey project for teenagers who are considering bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. It aims to better understand the teen experience and support needs before surgery.
Angers, Maine Et LoireAges 14–20 - NCT02315729Recruiting
Testing blood or tissue signals in teen scoliosis prognosis
This study looks at cell “signaling factors” to understand what predicts how adolescent idiopathic scoliosis may change over time. It may help doctors better forecast which curves are more likely to progress and tailor follow-up care.
Denver, ColoradoAges 10–13 - NCT07865117Recruiting
Personalised nutrition app for teenagers with cancer
This study is developing a smartphone app that gives personal nutrition advice to teenagers going through cancer treatment. The goal is to help them eat better and feel better.
Leuven, Vlaams BrabantAges 12–18 - NCT07873060Recruiting
Brain stimulation for depression in teens
This study compares two types of non-invasive brain stimulation (using magnetic pulses) to see which works better for teenagers with depression. It aims to find a safe, effective treatment that may help improve mood without medication.
Jinan, ShandongAges 11–19 - NCT05145725Recruiting
Surgery study for teens with scoliosis needing spinal fusion
This trial looks at a specific surgical technique for teens whose scoliosis is severe enough that doctors have recommended surgery. It may help doctors compare approaches and improve outcomes after spinal fusion.
BrugesAges 12–20 - NCT05575960Recruiting
Therapy for depression in teens and young adults
This study tests interpersonal psychotherapy, a structured talking therapy, to help teens and young adults with major depression. You might benefit from regular sessions focused on relationships and day-to-day stress.
NorrköpingAges 15–18 - NCT06431854Recruiting
New treatment program for teens with eating disorders
This trial tests a program called MINERVA for teens aged 12-17 with an eating disorder who haven't gotten better with standard treatments. The goal is to see if this new approach helps when other treatments haven't worked.
BarcelonaAges 12–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for adolescent?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 933 recruiting adolescent 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 adolescent 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 adolescent 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.