Clinical trials
Adolescent Behavior clinical trials
Below are recruiting adolescent behavior clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 103 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07469215Recruiting
Parent training with AI support for child behavior issues
This study tests a parent training program for children aged 5–12 with disruptive behaviors. Some parents will also get AI support. The goal is to see if AI helps improve the training's effects.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 5–12 - NCT05609916Recruiting
CBT therapy to help kids stop OCD medicine
This trial studies whether adding structured talk therapy (CBT) can help some children with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) reduce and potentially stop their OCD medicine. It’s designed for kids who are still having meaningful symptoms despite being on an OCD medication long enough.
Houston, TexasAges 7–17 - NCT06477848Enrolling by invitation
Improving care for teens with opioid use disorder in pediatric clinics
This study looks at how to better support teens with opioid use disorder in pediatric primary care. It involves training clinic staff and gathering feedback from both providers and patients.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 12 years+ - NCT06090383Recruiting
Movement tracking study for teens with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether small movement sensors can accurately track how much and how well teenagers and young adults with cerebral palsy move during daily life. The results may help doctors better understand movement problems and design better therapies.
CopenhagenAges 15–25 - 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 - NCT07091279RecruitingPhase 2
Test of Propranolol for Severe Behaviors in Autism
This study tests a medication called propranolol to see if it can reduce aggression and other severe behaviors in adolescents and adults with autism. It might be an option if you have frequent and serious challenging behaviors that other treatments haven't helped.
Staten Island, New YorkAges 12–40 - NCT06465381Recruiting
Suicide prevention program for teens in Mozambique schools
This trial tests a safety planning and therapy program to help teens with suicidal thoughts. It is for students in certain schools in Mozambique.
BeiraAges Any age - NCT07565129Recruiting
Mixed Reality Therapy for Eating Disorder Risk in Teens and Young Adults
This study tests a new virtual-reality based therapy called Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)—which teaches skills to manage difficult emotions—to help teenagers and young adults who show early warning signs of eating disorders. The goal is to prevent eating disorders from developing by improving how you handle emotions.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 13–35 - NCT07163013Recruiting
Digital therapy for teens with depression
This trial tests a digital therapy (a phone- or computer-based program) that teaches you skills to manage depression. It is designed for Chinese-speaking teens who have moderate to severe depression and are not currently receiving other treatment.
ChongqingAges 12–18 - NCT05390268Recruiting
Mobile app behavioral therapy for youth with tic disorders
This trial tests whether a mobile app can help children and teens reduce tic symptoms using behavioral treatment strategies. It may help if your tics are affecting your daily life and you have not had very recent tic-specific behavioral training.
Aarhus N, RisskovAges 9–17 - NCT06921226Recruiting
Understanding risk-taking and suicidal behaviors in mental health
This study explores why some people take risks or have suicidal thoughts. It aims to understand these behaviors better to help improve mental health support.
Chambéry, SavoieAges 12–65 - NCT05818384Recruiting
Health program for Choctaw youth to improve daily habits
This is a community health program for Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma youth that tries to improve habits related to food, movement, and screen time. It may help you build healthier routines for everyday life.
Durant, OklahomaAges 12–19 - NCT06990724Recruiting
Testing a video game to help teens use birth control
This trial tests a video game called 'No Baby No' to see if it can help adolescents ages 15 to 20 use birth control more consistently. If you are a teen who can read English or Spanish and have a smartphone or email, you may be able to join.
Brooklyn, New YorkAges 15–20 - NCT07302295Recruiting
How COVID-19 affected suicidal behavior in kids
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic affected suicidal behavior in children and teens. Researchers want to compare episodes that happened during the pandemic (2020-2022) with those just before (2018-2019) to understand if there was a change.
BronAges 8–18 - 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 - NCT05543083Recruiting
Therapy plus exercise for teens at risk of type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether a combination of coaching (cognitive-behavioral therapy) and exercise can improve mood and help teens who are at higher risk for type 2 diabetes. It may be especially helpful if you’re dealing with depression symptoms and a family history of type 2 diabetes.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 12–17 - NCT06821373Recruiting
Chatbot to help teens reduce digital addiction and stress
This trial tests a chatbot designed to help teenagers cut down on internet gaming and social media addiction, reduce sedentary behavior, and improve mental well-being. If you or your teen spend a lot of time online and feel stressed, this study may offer support.
Hong KongAges 10–19 - NCT07402681Recruiting
Tracking change in teens after trauma with weekly therapy
This study tests a type of talk therapy (TF-CBT) for teens who have been through trauma and still have upsetting symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, or strong anxiety. It focuses on tracking how symptoms change over time and offers weekly sessions with a supportive adult.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 12–18 - NCT06919432Recruiting
tACS brain stimulation for teens with self-harm
This trial tests if a gentle brain stimulation technique called tACS (transcranial alternating current stimulation) can help reduce non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) in teens. If you are 12-21 and have had at least 5 self-harm episodes in the past year with one in the last month, you may be eligible.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 12–21 - NCT06413927Recruiting
Driver education study for teen learners in Pennsylvania
This study compares different types of driver training for teens who have a learner's permit. It may help you become a safer driver before you get your license.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 16–17 - NCT07276191Recruiting
Mobile app for teen oral health
This study tests a mobile app designed to help Portuguese teenagers improve their oral health. You would use the app at least twice in the first month to see if it makes a difference.
Lisbon, Lisbon DistrictAges 15–19 - NCT05796531Recruiting
Reduce self-harm urges after hospital stay using new skills
This trial tests a learning-based therapy (called therapeutic evaluative conditioning) to reduce adolescents’ thoughts and behaviors related to self-injury during and after a psychiatric inpatient hospital stay. It may help some teens feel less pulled toward self-harm after leaving the hospital.
Brighton, MassachusettsAges 12–19 - NCT05179655Recruiting
Parent-focused program for teens who self-harm
This trial studies a program for teens and their parents to help reduce non-suicidal self-injury. It may help families learn skills and support that prevent self-harm from continuing or worsening.
AalborgAges 13–17 - NCT07212283Recruiting
Reducing aggression, promoting kindness to LGBTQ+ people
This trial tests a program designed to reduce aggressive behaviors and increase kindness towards people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or non-binary. It might help adolescents learn to treat others with more respect.
Bilbao, BIZKAIAAges 14–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for adolescent behavior?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 103 recruiting adolescent behavior 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 behavior 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 behavior 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.