Clinical trials
Adolescent clinical trials
Below are recruiting adolescent clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 952 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04551482RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin to help teens lose weight
This study tests whether the hormone oxytocin can help adolescents with obesity lose weight. You may be asked to stay on your usual diet and routines during the 18-week study to see how well the treatment works.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 10–18 - 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 - NCT04837586Recruiting
Self-weighing at home for teens in weight treatment
This study tests whether having teens weigh themselves at home can help support obesity treatment. It may help families track progress in a structured, supportive way—while screening out teens who have certain eating, mental health, or health factors that could make self-weighing unsafe.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 12–17 - NCT05086757Recruiting
Trauma counseling for teens after injury
This study tests a trauma-center program to help teens cope after a serious injury. It may help with upsetting memories and distress after the incident.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 12–17 - 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 - 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 - NCT05200351Recruiting
Horse-assisted therapy for autistic teens who need more help regulating emotions
This trial tests whether working with horses can improve emotion control in autistic teens who did not get enough benefit from regular therapy. It focuses on safety and making sure participants can understand instructions and interact appropriately with horses.
Ede, GelderlandAges 11–18 - NCT05311436Recruiting
Nutrition program study for slum residents in Dhaka
This study tests a nutrition program for pregnant women, adolescent girls, and young children living in Dhaka slums. It is designed to support healthier nutrition during a key growth or pregnancy period.
Dhaka, Dhaka DivisionAges 1 day–39 years - NCT05316948Recruiting
Study of mental health and sexuality in teens
This study asks young people in psychiatric care about mental health and sexuality, using their study information to understand how these may relate. You may be able to join whether or not you take psychiatric (mental health) medicines, as long as it doesn’t interfere with urgent/emergency needs.
Vence, Alpes MaritimesAges 15 years+ - NCT05423444Recruiting
Therapy for PTSD in teens using brain connectivity imaging
This study looks at how well PTSD-focused therapy changes brain “connectivity” patterns in adolescents. It may help your care team understand which teens benefit most from therapy.
San Antonio, TexasAges 12–17 - NCT05437588Recruiting
Blood-based biomarkers for suicide risk in teens with depression
This study looks at tiny blood particles (exosomes) and specific microRNAs to see if they can signal suicide risk and predict treatment outcomes in adolescents. If you qualify, your blood may be used to help researchers find better ways to understand and track suicidality and depression treatment response.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 10–24 - NCT05539794Recruiting
Exercise program for teens newly diagnosed with cancer
This trial tests whether a supervised exercise program is safe and helpful for teenagers who are newly diagnosed with cancer (outside the brain) and have not started treatment yet. It may help improve fitness and daily functioning while cancer care is getting underway.
Villaviciosa de Odón, SpainAges 12–19 - 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 - NCT05547451Recruiting
COVID vaccine study for teens with juvenile arthritis
This study looks at giving a COVID-19 vaccine to teens who have juvenile idiopathic arthritis, to see how they respond. It may help doctors understand vaccine safety and effectiveness for this specific age and condition group.
Nantes, Loire-AtlantiqueAges 12–18 - 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 - NCT05623007Recruiting
Diet and gut bacteria study for vaccinated teens with COVID
This trial tests whether changing diet can shift gut bacteria in overweight or obese teens after COVID-19 vaccination. The goal is to see if dietary changes can affect health markers related to the gut and immune system.
Jakarta Pusat, DKI JakartaAges 12–17 - NCT05790031Recruiting
Night brace with smart padding for teenage scoliosis
This trial tests an intelligent nighttime brace with sensors and smart padding to help teens with early scoliosis straighten or stop it from worsening. You may be asked to wear the brace at night and complete tests to track curve changes and comfort.
Hong KongAges 10–13 - NCT05819034Recruiting
Non-surgical care for mild adolescent scoliosis
This trial looks at a non-surgical (conservative) approach to managing mild scoliosis in teens. It may help by improving comfort, posture control, and how the curve changes over time without surgery.
Mecca, Mecca RegionAges 10–17 - NCT05935826RecruitingPhase 3
Amino acids to reduce liver fat in teens with NAFLD
This study tests whether adding amino acids can lower fat stored in the liver of teens with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It may help improve liver health by changing how much liver fat is present over the study period.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 13–18 - NCT05951673Recruiting
Safe skills and digital learning program for Nigerian teen girls
This study tests whether a safe space life-skills and digital literacy training program helps girls learn and feel more empowered. It is done with girls in participating schools in Nigeria.
AbujaAges 15–20 - 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 - NCT06211517Recruiting
Teens' experiences with medication for anorexia
This study explores how adolescents with anorexia feel about taking antidepressants or antipsychotics. It aims to understand their experiences to improve care.
Paris, IDFAges 12 years+ - NCT06297278Recruiting
Exercise and fear learning in teens
This study tests whether exercise can help teens learn to overcome fear more easily. It looks at how the brain and natural chemicals in the body respond during and after exercise.
Detroit, MichiganAges 14–17 - NCT06306586Recruiting
Digital therapy for teens with eating disorders
This trial tests a digital treatment for adolescents aged 15 to 18 with certain eating disorders, like atypical anorexia or bulimia. It's designed to be done online, so you can participate from home.
Bømlo, VestlandAges 15–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for adolescent?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 952 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.