Clinical trials
Alcoholism clinical trials
Below are recruiting alcoholism clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 561 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05959434RecruitingPhase 2
Therapy program to reduce drinking relapse and PTSD symptoms
This Phase 2 study tests a combined therapy approach for people who have both alcohol use disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It aims to help you process stressful memories and lower the chances of relapse back to heavy drinking.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05988632RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Insulin nasal spray for alcohol use disorder
This trial tests whether a nasal spray with insulin can help people with alcohol use disorder. It may affect how the brain responds to alcohol and reduce drinking.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 21 years+ - NCT05992272Recruiting
How cues affect drinking and smoking habits
This study looks at how certain cues (like seeing a drink or a cigarette) trigger cravings and behavior in people who drink alcohol or smoke. Understanding this may help improve addiction treatments.
BerlinAges 16–65 - NCT05997212Recruiting
Can brain stimulation help with thinking skills in alcohol use disorder?
This study tests if a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive TMS (rTMS) can improve thinking skills like decision-making and focus in people recovering from alcohol use disorder. You must have been alcohol-free for 8 weeks to 5 years.
Querétaro City, QuerétaroAges 25–59 - NCT06005298Recruiting
Testing SBIRT to help with PrEP and alcohol use
This study looks at whether talking about alcohol use can help people stick with their PrEP routine. It tests a simple program called SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) to support your health and HIV prevention.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18–85 - NCT06030154Recruiting
Boosting positive feelings for people with alcohol use disorder
This study tests a program designed to help people with alcohol use disorder who also struggle with low mood or anxiety. It aims to increase positive emotions, which may make it easier to reduce drinking.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 18–65 - NCT06090422RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Ketamine for depression and alcohol use disorder
This trial tests if ketamine can help people who have both depression and alcohol use disorder. You must be currently sober, have at least moderate depression, and be admitted to the hospital for addiction treatment.
TromsøAges 18–65 - NCT06133101RecruitingPhase 2
Can soymilk help kids with fatty liver disease?
This study tests if drinking soymilk can improve liver health in children with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It may offer a simple dietary change to help manage the condition.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 5–12 - NCT06160232RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy for severe alcohol use disorder
This trial tests whether psilocybin, a psychedelic substance, combined with talk therapy can help people with severe alcohol use disorder stop or reduce drinking. Participants will first complete a 4-week inpatient detox program before receiving psilocybin in a supervised setting.
BrusselsAges 21–64 - NCT06163651Recruiting
Parent-child support program for parents of young children
This trial tests a one-year program to help parents with young children. It offers support and resources to strengthen your family.
Enid, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT06247306Recruiting
Neurofeedback and stress in alcohol use
This study uses a brain-training technique called neurofeedback to help understand how stress and drinking are linked. You would use your smartphone to participate, and the goal is to find better ways to manage alcohol use.
Mannheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–65 - NCT06257771Recruiting
Alcohol and gastric sleeve surgery study
This study looks at how alcohol affects people who have had gastric sleeve surgery (a type of weight loss surgery) compared to those who haven't. It may help explain if surgery changes how your body processes alcohol.
Urbana, IllinoisAges 21–64 - NCT06269510Recruiting
Study to help alcohol-related liver disease patients drink less
This study is testing new ways to help people with alcohol-related liver disease reduce their drinking. Researchers will check if a program offered through your regular liver clinic can help you drink less and stay healthier.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06286774Recruiting
Sleep and alcohol treatment study
This study tests whether improving sleep through cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-I) can help reduce heavy drinking in people with both alcohol use disorder and insomnia. It might be a good fit if you have trouble sleeping and drink heavily.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–49 - NCT06955221Recruiting
Alcohol injection for ovarian endometriosis pain
This study tests if injecting alcohol into ovarian endometriosis cysts can reduce pelvic pain and improve quality of life. It may offer a less invasive option for women with persistent cysts.
Palma de Mallorca, Balearic IslandsAges 18–45 - NCT06335407RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new under-the-tongue med for alcohol use and trauma
This study tests a new sublingual (under-the-tongue) medication for people with alcohol use disorder who have also had a traumatic life event. It aims to see if the medication can help reduce drinking and related symptoms.
West Haven, ConnecticutAges 21–65 - NCT06367348Recruiting
Couples program to cut alcohol use in Malawi
This study tests a program that helps couples in Malawi reduce alcohol use and strengthen their relationship. It is for people living with HIV who are in a long-term relationship and ready to work together with their partner.
ZombaAges 18 years+ - NCT06371404Recruiting
Brain imaging study of stress and alcohol use disorders
This study uses a special brain scan to look at how stress and alcohol use affect the brain. It may help people with PTSD, alcohol use disorder, or healthy volunteers understand these conditions better.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–70 - NCT06399653Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for alcohol use disorder in veterans
This study tests a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in your neck (the vagus nerve) to see if it can help reduce alcohol cravings and improve daily functioning. It is designed for veterans who struggle with heavy drinking and want to explore a new treatment option.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 21–65 - NCT06426303RecruitingPhase 4
Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment in Veterans: Brain and Inflammation
This study is for veterans with alcohol use disorder who have been sober for 5 days to 3 weeks. It looks at how trauma, inflammation, and brain function relate to alcohol problems and how well treatment works. You will be in a group that gets medication or a placebo.
Portland, OregonAges 18–60 - NCT06447350Recruiting
Alcohol habits in young adults
This study looks at alcohol habits in young adults. Participants fill out surveys about their drinking, identity, and motivations. It helps researchers understand why people drink and how to support healthier choices.
CaenAges 18–30 - NCT06479681Recruiting
Coaching help for alcohol use recovery in hospital
This trial tests if a peer recovery coach can help people with alcohol use disorder stay sober after being hospitalized. You'll get support from someone who has been through recovery themselves.
Greenville, South CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT06727331RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for alcohol use recovery
This trial tests if tirzepatide, a medication that helps with appetite and blood sugar, can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less or stop drinking. You would visit the clinic regularly and receive the drug or a placebo.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for alcoholism?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 561 recruiting alcoholism 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 alcoholism 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 alcoholism 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.