Clinical trials
Behavior clinical trials
Below are recruiting behavior clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,477 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05591820Recruiting
Brief parent training for kids’ behavior at home
This study tests a short program that helps parents manage challenging behaviors in daily life. It may help families teach consistent routines and responses to behaviors like hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattention, or opposiveness.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 2–11 - NCT06423014Recruiting
Smartphone program for boosting physical activity
This trial tests a smartphone-based program to help inactive adults become more physically active. It uses your phone's features and simple activity trackers to encourage daily movement and better health.
TaipeiAges 18–70 - NCT07382804Enrolling by invitation
Mobile program using activity trackers to boost mood
This study tests a mobile app that pairs daily tasks and check-ins with a wearable sensor to help increase activity and improve mood. It is designed for adults who are comfortable using a smartphone and willing to wear a lightweight sensor during waking hours.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06127030Recruiting
Teacher training for managing classroom behavior problems
This trial tests a brief training for elementary school teachers to help them manage disruptive behaviors in a specific student. It may help your child if they have frequent behavioral difficulties in the classroom and don't have autism or take medication for behavior issues.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 4–13 - NCT06359210Recruiting
Staying active after cancer treatment
This trial helps cancer survivors who have finished treatment keep up regular exercise. You will join a community exercise program and get support to stay active for the long term.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06852443Recruiting
Therapeutic chat to reduce CSAM use
This trial tests a therapeutic chat program designed to help people reduce their use of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). It is for adults who have used CSAM recently or worry about their risk.
BerlinAges 18–99 - 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 - NCT05201534Recruiting
Math and thinking skills training for school-age children
This trial studies interventions to improve math and cognitive (thinking) skills in elementary school children. It includes both children with math learning difficulties and typically developing children, using tests and MRI brain scans for those who can participate.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 6–12 - NCT07505381Recruiting
Parent training for child behavior (ages 0-12)
This study tests two parent training programs (HOT DOCS and DOCS K-5) that teach skills to help manage young children's disruptive behavior. It's for caregivers or professionals who speak English or Spanish and care for a child up to 12 years old.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06882798Recruiting
New support program for Latinx teens with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a new support program for Latinx teens who have had serious thoughts about suicide or a suicide crisis in the past year. It involves working with both you and your family to find ways to help you feel safer and more supported.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 12–18 - NCT07506460Recruiting
Support team with therapy for Black youth at risk of suicide
This trial tests whether adding a support team of trusted adults to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps Black youth who have recently had thoughts of suicide or a suicide attempt. You and a parent or guardian would be involved, and you would also name a support person (like a relative, coach, or mentor) to join the team.
Detroit, MichiganAges 12 years+ - 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 - NCT06403995Recruiting
Online therapy for social anxiety
This trial tests an internet-based cognitive-behavioral therapy program designed to help people with social anxiety. You can participate from home if you have internet access and feel anxious in social situations.
Greenfield Park, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06441864Recruiting
Behavioral treatment for nightmares in REM sleep behavior disorder
This study tests a behavioral therapy (non-drug treatment) for nightmares in people with REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD). It's designed for you and a family member who lives with you.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT06651606Recruiting
Preventing relapse of problem behavior in kids with disabilities
This trial tests a new approach to help children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities reduce problem behaviors and avoid relapses. It uses ideas from behavioral economics to find what works best for each person.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 6–21 - NCT07450105Enrolling by invitation
Intensive DBT for Teens Who Self-Harm or Feel Suicidal
This study tests whether an intensive type of therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) can help teenagers who are hurting themselves or feeling suicidal. It focuses on young people with signs of borderline personality disorder, and includes parents or caregivers in the treatment.
BergenAges 14–17 - NCT07498140Recruiting
Epidural steroid injection for leg and back pain
This study is testing a treatment that involves an injection to reduce nerve-related leg and back pain. It looks at how much information about the procedure affects a patient's outlook and pain relief.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT07750054RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Parenting check-up for young children
This study tests a parenting check-up program for parents of children aged 2 to 5. It aims to help parents support their child's behavior and development.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06894277Recruiting
Health program for 7th graders aged 12-14
This study tests an interactive program designed to help 7th graders learn how to avoid risky behaviors. It is meant for students attending a participating school who can read at a 4th grade level.
Golden, ColoradoAges 12–14 - NCT05974553Recruiting
Dialectical behavior therapy for justice-involved veterans
This study tests whether dialectical behavior therapy (DBT, a structured therapy skills program) can help veterans with stress or behavior challenges related to justice system involvement. It may help by teaching practical coping skills in a group setting.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT05928247Recruiting
Behavior program for frequent challenging behaviors in children
This trial tests a structured (manualized) assessment and treatment approach for children who have very frequent challenging behaviors despite prior help. It aims to reduce these behaviors and improve daily functioning by targeting what keeps the behavior going.
Somerset, New JerseyAges 3–17 - NCT05696704Recruiting
Telehealth program to support mental health in family caregivers
This study tests a video/phone-based program to help reduce anxiety and depression symptoms in people caring for a family member or friend with dementia. It may help caregivers feel better and cope more effectively while caring for someone they love.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18–120 - NCT04621877Recruiting
Lay-led therapy for depression and anxiety at senior centers
This trial tests a structured, coach-led program called behavioral activation delivered in senior centers. It aims to improve symptoms of depression and generalized anxiety by teaching practical, step-by-step activity planning.
Brandon, FloridaAges 60 years+ - NCT05514730Recruiting
Treatment program for harmful sexual behaviors in children
This trial offers a treatment program for preteen children whose caregiver reports concerning sexual behaviors. It aims to help reduce these behaviors and improve child well-being, with participation guided by language and caregiver involvement.
Harrisburg, PennsylvaniaAges 4–12
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for behavior?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,477 recruiting 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 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 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.