Clinical trials
Behavioral Addiction clinical trials
Below are recruiting behavioral addiction clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 32 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07854912Recruiting
Is craving a key sign of behavioral addiction?
This study looks at whether craving—a strong urge—should be a main symptom for diagnosing behavioral addictions like gambling, gaming, overeating, excessive screen use, or sex/pornography addiction. If you regularly do one of these behaviors, your experiences could help researchers improve how addictions are diagnosed.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT07738081Enrolling by invitation
Testing a new therapy for substance use and emotional health
This trial is testing a new type of therapy (the Unified Protocol) that helps people who are in treatment for substance use and also have depression or anxiety. The goal is to see if this approach can improve emotional well-being and reduce substance use.
OviedoAges 18 years+ - NCT07249970Recruiting
Understanding addiction recovery over time
This study follows people who are waiting for addiction treatment to understand their long-term paths. It may help researchers learn how to better support recovery.
Bordeaux, GirondeAges 18 years+ - NCT01248767Recruiting
Study of treatment-seeking teens and adults with behavioral addiction
This study follows people who come to the hospital seeking help for a behavioral addiction and tries to better understand their needs and treatment path. It mainly involves completing assessments (questionnaires/interviews) to see how they’re doing.
NantesAges 15 years+ - NCT06797726Recruiting
CBT for adults with ADHD and behavioral addiction
This trial tests if cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can help people who have both ADHD and a behavioral addiction (like gambling or gaming). If you qualify, you would attend therapy sessions to see if it improves your symptoms.
BrestAges 18 years+ - NCT04599270Recruiting
Preventing risky drinking in vulnerable teens
This study tests a program meant to reduce addictive behaviors in teens who may be at higher risk. It uses online activities and support, and it may help you build safer habits before problems grow.
BrestAges 14–17 - NCT07421765Recruiting
Do work schedules affect risky gambling? Learn more.
This study looks at how unusual work hours or having idle time at work might affect risky gambling habits. You may be eligible if you have a history of gambling problems and have been working in the past year.
NantesAges 18 years+ - NCT07199374Recruiting
Testing PARCA digital tool for justice and health
This trial tests a digital tool (called PARCA) that aims to improve fairness and health for people on supervision, like probation. The tool is meant for both officers and the people they supervise who have used drugs.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04732676Recruiting
Smartphone app to help manage cravings and addiction triggers
This study tests whether a smartphone app can help you manage cravings and personal triggers that lead to substance use or addictive behaviors. It is designed for people who are seeking addiction support and have at least a month before starting treatment.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT04613791Recruiting
Alcohol and addictive behaviors in people with obesity
This study looks at how often people with obesity struggle with alcohol or other addictive behaviors, and how these issues change over time. Understanding this connection may help doctors better support patients managing obesity.
NîmesAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07032467Recruiting
Social media use and exercise habits in young adults
This study looks at how much young adults use social media and whether it is linked to a need to exercise too much. If you spend a lot of time on social media each day, you may help us understand this connection.
Istanbul, ÜsküdarAges 18–24 - NCT07518056Recruiting
Smartphone Use, Stress, Body Image and Food Habits Study
This research explores whether heavy smartphone use is linked to stress, how you feel about your body, and eating habits. Understanding these connections may help develop better support for students struggling with these issues.
Istanbul, beşiktaşAges 18–30 - NCT07788352Recruiting
Telework and shopping habits study
This study looks at how working from home (telework) affects the way people shop and make buying decisions. By joining, you'll help researchers understand these changes, which could lead to better support for remote workers.
ReimsAges 18–65 - NCT07245862Recruiting
Family program for screen use conflicts
This study is for families who are dealing with conflicts about video games or screen use. It tests a program designed to help families work together and find a healthier balance.
LundAges 11–14 - NCT06105853Recruiting
Stress and brain activity in alcohol use disorder
This study looks at how people with alcohol use disorder respond to stress and what happens in the brain. You'll use a smartphone and may have an MRI scan to understand your stress responses.
Mannheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–65 - NCT06077240Recruiting
E-cigarettes vs pouches for quitting smoking
This study compares the effects of e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches on smoking habits and addiction. The goal is to see which method helps people smoke less and reduces their dependence on cigarettes.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 21 years+ - NCT07141394Enrolling by invitation
Supporting recovery for homeless veterans in VA housing
This trial helps homeless veterans in VA supportive housing get coordinated access to addiction recovery services. It aims to improve equity and outcomes for those in recovery.
West Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT05153382Recruiting
Dialectical behavior therapy for youth at bipolar risk
This trial tests whether a structured therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) helps young people with bipolar disorder or at risk for it, especially with self-harm or risky behaviors. It may help by teaching coping skills and improving safety and emotional control.
Toronto, OntarioAges 13–23 - NCT05627492Recruiting
DBT booster sessions for youth at bipolar risk
This study adds short “booster” sessions to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for young people who already took part in a prior DBT study, including those with bipolar symptoms or strong family risk. It aims to see if extra DBT support helps mood and coping over time.
Toronto, OntarioAges 14–25 - NCT05117255Recruiting
Online therapy study for anxiety in residential alcohol treatment
This study tests an internet-based, interactive version of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety symptoms. It’s designed for people getting mainly alcohol-focused treatment in a residential program, to see if the online approach works and is feasible for you.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT06373484Recruiting
Matching treatment for kids with disruptive behavior and their parents
This study aims to find the best treatment approach for children with disruptive behavior by matching them to either group or individual therapy. It could help if your child struggles with behavior like defiance or conduct issues, and you're willing to participate in treatment.
Toronto, OntarioAges 6–12 - NCT05153369Recruiting
DBT-based care for youth at risk for bipolar disorder
This study tests a structured, “DBT-informed” care program for young people who either have bipolar disorder or are at family risk for it. It may help by offering closer, organized support aimed at preventing or reducing mood problems.
Toronto, OntarioAges 13–23 - NCT06916754Recruiting
Comparing two therapies for alcohol addiction
This study compares two types of therapy to help people reduce or stop drinking. You will attend weekly sessions for 12 weeks and learn new skills or use hypnotherapy to support your recovery.
IstanbulAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for behavioral addiction?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 32 recruiting behavioral addiction 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 behavioral addiction 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 behavioral addiction 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.