Clinical trials
Adolescent Alcohol Use clinical trials
Below are recruiting adolescent alcohol use clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 23 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05380765Recruiting
Help for First Nation teens to prevent substance use
This trial tests a positive, prevention-focused approach to help North American Indian (First Nation) teens make healthier choices about substance use. It involves both teens and an adult family member who supports good decision-making.
Kingston, Rhode IslandAges 10–14 - NCT07059078Recruiting
Talk therapy with or without mindfulness for teen drinking
This study tests whether a brief talk therapy session, sometimes combined with mindfulness exercises, can help teens reduce alcohol use. It is designed for teens who get care at Johns Hopkins and already drink alcohol at least once a month.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12–17 - 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 - NCT06395467Recruiting
Integrated treatment for teens with substance use disorder
This trial tests a treatment program for teens and young adults with substance use disorders. It includes family members and is designed to support recovery and personal growth.
Farmington, ConnecticutAges 14–21 - NCT06486688Recruiting
Virtual program to help teens with substance use risk
This trial tests a virtual program integrated into pediatric check-ups to help teens at risk for alcohol or drug problems. It aims to identify teens who may need extra support and connect them with helpful resources.
Pleasanton, CaliforniaAges 12–17 - 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 - NCT07071779Recruiting
Online training to help young people resist alcohol or cocaine
This study tests a web-based training program to help teens and young adults (ages 14–35) improve their ability to say no to alcohol or cocaine. The training could make it easier to resist cravings during treatment.
BernAges 14–35 - NCT07086508Recruiting
A program to reduce teen drinking
This study is testing a program to help high schoolers drink less alcohol. You and a parent would answer questions together online.
Binghamton, New YorkAges 15–65 - NCT06977178Recruiting
Teen anxiety and substance use study
This study looks at how anxiety in young teens might lead to substance use later. It uses brain scans and stress tests to understand these pathways.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 12–14 - NCT07713251Recruiting
Computer skills training for teens seeking alcohol help
This study tests a computer-based program called Path180 to help teenagers ages 13-19 reduce their alcohol use. If you are already seeing a counselor or in treatment for alcohol or mental health, this program might add extra support.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 13–19 - NCT06494891RecruitingPhase 2
Understanding motivation for IV alcohol drinking
This study looks at why people with alcohol use disorder choose to drink alcohol given through an IV. The goal is to better understand the motivation behind drinking, which could help improve treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21–65 - NCT06941298Recruiting
Cannabis and depression study for teens and young adults
This study looks at how cannabis affects the brain and mood in teens and young adults. It compares people who use cannabis, people with depression who don't use cannabis, and healthy volunteers to understand links between cannabis use and mental health.
Miami, FloridaAges 14–20 - NCT06003725Recruiting
Drug treatment for Black youth on probation
This study is testing a drug treatment program that is made for Black youth involved with the justice system. It aims to see if a more culturally fitting approach can help reduce substance use and related problems.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 13–17 - NCT07340554Recruiting
Brain imaging study for teens who use cannabis
This study looks at the brains of teenagers who use cannabis using an MRI scanner. It aims to understand how cannabis affects the developing brain, which might help improve treatment options.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 14–17 - NCT05169385Recruiting
Parent support for teens in residential treatment for substance misuse
This trial tests a parent-focused program (via interviews and texting) for families when a teen is leaving residential treatment. It aims to help parents/guardians support their teen after discharge and reduce substance-related risk.
Rockford, IllinoisAges 12–18 - NCT05957848RecruitingPhase 2
Guanfacine for teens with cannabis use problems
This Phase 2 study tests whether extended-release guanfacine can reduce cannabis use in adolescents and young adults. It may help by targeting brain pathways that can drive cravings or continued use.
Parkville, VictoriaAges 12–25 - NCT04110756Recruiting
Program to help teens change health behaviors
This study tests a program designed to help teens make healthier choices. It’s for teens who are 15–17 and are currently drinking alcohol, who come to specific UCSF pediatric check-up visits.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 15–17 - NCT05947539Enrolling by invitation
Helping Ugandan young women stay engaged in HIV care
This study tests a couples-focused program to help HIV-positive adolescent girls and young women stay connected to HIV clinic visits and medicines. It may help if you’re currently not well engaged in HIV care or you’ve faced partner violence or controlling behavior.
KampalaAges 15 years+ - NCT06699251Recruiting
Brief chat with your doctor about alcohol or cannabis for teens
This study tests whether a short, one-time conversation with a primary care provider can help teens who are at risk for alcohol or cannabis use. It's designed for young people ages 12–17 who get care at two specific health systems.
Commerce, CaliforniaAges 12–19 - NCT06115746Recruiting
A drug education program for middle and high school students
This study tests a program called iDECIDE, which helps students who have had a substance use issue at school. The program aims to provide education and support instead of punishment. Participants will attend up to 9 online study visits over about a year.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 9–22 - NCT05897164Recruiting
Mobile app to help teens cut back on substance use
This study tests a mobile app designed to help teens who use alcohol or drugs cut back or stop. You and your teen would use the app together and get support from the study team by text.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 13 years+ - NCT07143565Recruiting
Reducing alcohol use in teens with online tools
This trial tests if online education hubs and chat-based text messaging can help teenagers in Hong Kong cut down on drinking and binge drinking. If you're a teen who drinks and uses WhatsApp, this study may be a good fit.
Hong KongAges 12–18 - NCT07569718Enrolling by invitation
Brain Development Study in Young Adults
This study examines how the brain changes during late adolescence and early adulthood by taking images of your brain and looking at how it processes information. Understanding these changes may help scientists learn more about brain development and mental health.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for adolescent alcohol use?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 23 recruiting adolescent alcohol use 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 alcohol use 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 alcohol use 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
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