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
- NCT04041154Recruiting
Study of how the brain senses effort cost
This study asks people to do tasks while the researchers measure brain activity, to understand how the brain represents the “cost” of effort. It may help improve understanding of effort-related problems in mental and neurological conditions.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–35 - NCT04165746Recruiting
Early care program for very young children in foster systems
This study looks at how an early support program affects the development of infants who are newly entering institutional care or foster care in the São Paulo area. It may help families and caregivers support healthy growth during a critical first period.
São Paulo, São PauloAges Up to 2 years - NCT04453657Enrolling by invitation
Tele-wellness app for child care families during COVID-19
This study tests a phone/tablet program to help family child care providers and parents support kids’ health, family connection, and readiness for school during COVID-19. You may be able to join if you’re in Baltimore City and your child care program is part of the study’s COVID-related approved group.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–99 - NCT04045600Recruiting
Refining communication training for kids with behavior challenges
This study tests an improved version of functional communication training for children ages 3 to 17 whose destructive behavior (like hitting or yelling) happens often and is fueled by social attention. It aims to help children learn better ways to get attention instead of using hard-to-manage behaviors.
Somerset, New JerseyAges 3–17 - 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 - NCT05805410Recruiting
Trunk therapy in children with spastic cerebral palsy
This study looks at how special trunk (core) exercises or positioning affect movement and muscle control in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP). It may help families understand which trunk-focused interventions improve function and comfort.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4–12 - NCT03085875Recruiting
Healthy Pregnancy Study for Moms Using Phone Apps
This study looks at healthy pregnancy habits and support for expecting moms (and moms up to 8 weeks after delivery) through a research community. It may help you compare or improve health behaviors with guidance and study activities delivered on your phone or tablet.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 16 years+ - NCT06777277Recruiting
Couple therapy for low sexual desire or arousal
This study tests a type of talk therapy for couples where one partner has a sexual interest/arousal disorder (low desire or difficulty getting aroused). The therapy helps partners work together to improve their sexual relationship.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05400434Recruiting
Natural Helpers and Parent-Child Therapy for Families
This trial studies a family support program that works with caregivers and children to improve child behavior and reduce problems related to stress, neglect, or abuse history/risk. It may help families build better day-to-day skills through structured weekly sessions.
Miami, FloridaAges 2–12 - NCT06759129Recruiting
Suicide prevention app study
This study tests a mobile app designed to help reduce stigma around suicide and improve understanding of suicide prevention. It may be a good fit if you are 18 or older, speak Spanish, and have a cell phone with internet access.
ValenciaAges 18 years+ - NCT06454864Recruiting
Exercise and Diet for Breast Cancer Survivors
This study tests whether a 6-month program combining weekly supervised exercise and dietary advice can improve health in breast cancer survivors who have completed initial treatments. It aims to help with weight, heart health, and overall well-being.
Toronto, OntarioAges Any age - NCT06191484Recruiting
Suicide risk study for older adults after spouse loss
This study looks at why some older adults have thoughts of suicide after losing a spouse or partner. It aims to find ways to support those at highest risk.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 65 years+ - NCT06517706Recruiting
Studying brain health after COVID-19
This study looks at how COVID-19 affects thinking and memory. It aims to understand and help people who still have brain fog or other cognitive issues after their infection.
Nicosia, CyprusAges 25–60 - NCT05518604Recruiting
Weight loss and fitness after pregnancy in active-duty women
This study looks at how to support healthy weight loss and physical fitness after having a baby while you’re still on active duty. It may help by testing a structured approach to fitness and planning during the first 18 months after delivery.
Honolulu, HawaiiAges 18–44 - NCT07365579Recruiting
Test of a text messaging safety plan for young adults
This study explores whether a text-message-based safety planning tool can help young adults who have had recent thoughts of suicide. It aims to see if using simple text messages for support is practical and helpful.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–24 - NCT06323057Recruiting
TMS and reward learning in healthy adults
This study uses a painless magnetic stimulation technique called TMS to see how it affects the way the brain learns from rewards. It's for healthy adults who want to help scientists understand basic brain function.
Newark, New JerseyAges 18–55 - NCT07698158Recruiting
Growing Well Study: healthy growth study for young children
This study looks at how children aged 6 months to 4 years grow and develop. It involves families in Leeds, Doncaster, or East London. Researchers want to understand what supports healthy growth in early childhood.
Doncaster, West YorkshireAges 6 months–4 years - NCT07129265Enrolling by invitation
Understanding vape marketing study for youth
This study looks at how young people understand vape marketing. You might join a working group or a focus group to share your thoughts.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 13 years+ - NCT07597603Recruiting
Unconscious Mind Training Study
This study tests a training program designed to work with your unconscious mind. Researchers want to see if this approach can help you in ways you might not immediately notice.
Naples, FloridaAges 10–75 - NCT07102914Enrolling by invitation
Education program health survey study
This study looks at how a short program at adult education centers might help students and staff. It aims to understand what kind of support could be most useful for people working on their high school diploma or GED.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 17 years+ - NCT06246955Recruiting
Online group therapy to improve wellbeing in cancer patients
This study tests two types of online group therapy—Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion-Based Therapy—to help people with cancer feel better emotionally. You'll join a small group with a therapist to learn skills for handling stress and finding peace.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06288282Recruiting
Predicting pain and opioid misuse in chronic back pain
This study looks at how thinking and behavior affect long-term pain and opioid use in people with chronic lower back pain. It aims to find better ways to manage pain and prevent medication misuse.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT03764098RecruitingPhase 2
Guanfacine to reduce heavy drinking in adults with alcohol use disorder
This Phase 2 study tests whether guanfacine can reduce drinking in women and men who drink heavily and meet criteria for alcohol use disorder. It also looks at how the medicine affects drinking patterns in a controlled setting.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 21–70 - NCT05424406Recruiting
Studying sleep timing changes in people with night-shift disorder
This study looks at how changes in your body clock (circadian timing) relate to “shift work disorder” in people who work night shifts. It may help researchers understand what drives symptoms and how to better target treatment.
Novi, MichiganAges 18 years+
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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.