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
- NCT05857813Recruiting
Social skills group training for teens with autism
This trial tests a structured social skills training group for adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to improve day-to-day social functioning. It involves both the teen and a Chinese-speaking caregiver who helps support the training at home.
TaipeiAges 11–20 - NCT05858424Recruiting
Day hospital program to improve young cancer survivors’ well-being
This study tests a structured “end-of-treatment” day hospital program to improve quality of life for adolescents and young adults after cancer treatment. You may be offered follow-up and supportive care soon after finishing treatment to help you feel better physically and emotionally.
LyonAges 15–25 - NCT05875363Recruiting
Mental health study for youth in the justice system
This study looks at brain development and mental health challenges in young people who have been involved with the police. It aims to understand these issues better so that we can find ways to support them.
TaipeiAges 10–18 - NCT05023785Recruiting
Lifestyle program for cancer survivors with early heart strain
This trial tests a structured lifestyle and exercise change program for young people who finished cancer treatment and have signs of early heart weakness. The goal is to improve heart health and lower the chance of heart failure later.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–45 - NCT05492032Recruiting
Brain stimulation sessions for teens with autism symptoms
This trial tests whether repeated, brain-based stimulation (done through the scalp) can improve symptoms in adolescents with autism spectrum disorder, and whether a later “booster” session adds more benefit. It may help learn which stimulation schedule works best, especially when teens also have attention symptoms—but not epilepsy or mood/anxiety disorders.
Hung Hom, KowloonAges 12–21 - NCT05841212Enrolling by invitation
DBT skills group for teens with ADHD
This trial offers a skills group (DBT) to help teens with ADHD manage challenging emotions and behaviors. It’s meant for ages 13–16 who can participate safely in a group setting.
LondonAges 13–16 - NCT05814640RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
STAR-AD: Testing stepwise treatment for teen depression
This trial tests a step-by-step approach to treating moderate-to-severe depression in teens. It may help find a treatment path that improves mood while keeping care safe, including for some teens who have suicidal thoughts but do not need inpatient care.
Chongqing, ProvinceAges 13–18 - 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 - NCT05814653Enrolling by invitation
Primary care program for teens with restrictive eating disorders
This study tests a treatment approach delivered through primary care for teens with restrictive eating disorders. It may help families get structured support in a setting they already use, especially when a caregiver joins the program.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 7–18 - NCT05816174Recruiting
Study of long-term pain after bone surgery in children
This study follows children and teens to learn how pain can last after planned orthopedic (bone) surgery in the hospital. It may help doctors better understand which kids are more likely to have long-lasting pain and how to support them.
BaselAges 8–18 - NCT05808543Recruiting
BEARS training to improve hearing skills in teens with two implants
This study tests a structured training program (BEARS) designed to help children and teenagers who use cochlear implants in both ears hear better in everyday life. It aims to improve hearing abilities by building on your implant settings and usual care.
Birmingham, BirminghamAges 8–16 - NCT05788536RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy study for OTOF-related hearing loss
This trial tests a one-time gene therapy delivered into the ear to improve hearing in people with certain OTOF gene changes. It studies safety and how well the treatment can work, especially in children and infants, as doctors monitor hearing tests for up to 48 weeks.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT05443737RecruitingPhase 3
Telehealth care to protect fertility in young people with cancer
This trial tests a telehealth (video/phone) program that helps adolescents and young adults with cancer plan for future fertility. It may help you get support and options for preserving your ability to have children before cancer treatment affects it.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges birth–50 years - NCT05748730Recruiting
Care team support program for teens at risk of depression
This study tests an “integrated care” program that supports teens who are dealing with depression symptoms or recent suicidal thoughts. It also involves a parent or caregiver to help improve support at home and connect teens to the right help.
Gibbsboro, New JerseyAges 12–18 - NCT05774002Recruiting
Psychological check-in for teens getting back surgery for scoliosis
This study asks teens with idiopathic scoliosis to complete psychological assessments while planning for elective back surgery. It may help doctors better understand patients’ mental and emotional needs around surgery.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 10–19 - NCT05763849Recruiting
Therapy exposure for teens with low weight eating issues
This trial tests a structured therapy approach called “interoceptive exposure” for teens who have an eating disorder with low weight. It may help some teens reduce fear or avoidance around body sensations and improve eating, but you must meet several health and safety criteria.
New York, New YorkAges 12–18 - NCT05754632Recruiting
Blood flow restriction exercises after ACL surgery in teens
This trial tests whether a special type of exercise that uses a cuff (blood flow restriction training, or BFRT) can help teens recover after ACL reconstruction. It’s designed to see if adding BFRT to standard rehab improves strength and return to sport.
Farmington, ConnecticutAges 12–18 - NCT05732779Recruiting
App-based check-ins to help teens take transplant medicines
This study tests a phone app that uses video check-ins (called directly observed therapy) to help adolescent heart-transplant patients take their immunosuppression medicines as prescribed. It may help reduce missed doses, which is important for protecting the transplanted heart.
Coral Gables, FloridaAges 10–21 - NCT05722535Recruiting
Help families plan healthy media use together
This trial helps parents and their teens make a shared plan for how the family uses screens and media. It tests whether a shared decision-making approach can improve planning at home.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 11 years+ - NCT05685368RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Therapy groups to help teens cope with sickle cell
This trial tests a structured talk-therapy program called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for teens and young adults with sickle cell disease. It aims to help you manage tough thoughts and feelings and cope with day-to-day challenges over 6 weekly group sessions.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 14–21 - NCT05706376Recruiting
Family support program for Palestinian teens and parents
This study tests an evidence-based family support program that involves parents and adolescents together. It may help families improve support and wellbeing by giving structured guidance and group-based sessions.
Notre Dame, IndianaAges 12–75 - NCT05648591RecruitingPhase 4
Iloperidone study for teens with schizophrenia or bipolar I
This Phase 4 study checks how safe and well-tolerated iloperidone is when used in a typical, open-label way for teenagers. It may help doctors better understand side effects and safety in teens with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder.
Dothan, AlabamaAges 12–17 - NCT05662280Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for teens with ADHD and memory trouble
This study tests whether changing brain activity can improve working memory in teens who have ADHD and trouble remembering and holding information in mind. You and your parent will answer questionnaires, and brain imaging/brain-stimulation testing (MRI/TMS) may be used, with compensation for each session.
East Providence, Rhode IslandAges 12–18 - NCT05639426Enrolling by invitation
Preventing youth violence through fair, supportive school communities
This study works with participating schools to help prevent youth violence by improving community support and fairness. You may be able to join if you attend a participating school and can understand and agree to take part.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 10–99
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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.