Clinical trials · California
Adolescent Behavior clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 9 recruiting adolescent behavior studies with a site in California, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- 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 - NCT05987761Recruiting
Social skills training for teens with autism
This study tests a social skills training program for teens with autism who are higher functioning. It uses brain scans to see how the training might work, and your teen must be willing to come in for weekly sessions for 9 weeks.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 11–14 - NCT07035418Recruiting
Young adults' role in cancer care decisions
This study looks at how much young people with cancer (ages 15–29) want to be involved in making decisions about their care. It's for those currently on treatment, at end of life, or who finished treatment up to a year ago.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 15–29 - NCT05206994Enrolling by invitation
Check how a California youth program helps young people
This study looks at a “Close to Home” youth program across California to see how it works for young people. You may be included if you’re in the right age range and connected to the program partners, and you agree to take part.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 14–24 - NCT05808179Recruiting
Adjusting teens’ sleep timing at home
This study tries to move your teen’s bedtime earlier to see if shifting sleep timing is helpful. If your teen can follow the schedule and sleep mostly in their bedroom, they may be able to join.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 14–18 - NCT06127277Enrolling by invitation
Mobile relationship program for youth in foster care
This study tests a fully mobile program designed to help youth in foster care build healthy relationships. If you join, you'll use an app on your device to learn skills and connect with others.
Berkeley, CaliforniaAges 16–19 - NCT07339228Enrolling by invitation
Youth soccer and mental health study
This trial combines soccer with behavioral health support to help young people ages 14–21. It tests if joining team sports and group activities improves mental well-being.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 14–21 - NCT07088406Recruiting
Mother-daughter fitness program for young Latina girls
This study tests a 10-week program where mothers and daughters do physical activities together to help girls become more active. It is designed for Latina families who want to be more active and healthier.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 8–65 - NCT06444360Recruiting
Program to reduce stimulant use and risky sex in young adults
This study tests a program to help sexually active young adults reduce stimulant use and risky sexual behavior. It involves online coaching sessions, and you can join from home if you have a private space and video chat access.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 16–24
Adolescent Behavior trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting adolescent behavior studies listed above.
- Stanford University · 2 studies
- Dr. Jay Silverman
- RTI
- San Diego State University
- Soccer Without Borders - Bay Area
- Stanford Research Park
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
- University of California, San Francisco
What taking part in a adolescent behavior study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Adolescent Behavior trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there adolescent behavior clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 9 recruiting adolescent behavior studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a adolescent behavior study in California?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a adolescent behavior trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New adolescent behavior studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.