Clinical trials
Behavioral Disorder clinical trials
Below are recruiting behavioral disorder clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 386 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06050369Recruiting
Study of repetitive behaviors in OCD and Tourette syndrome
This study looks at repetitive behaviors in people with OCD or Tourette syndrome. It uses MRI scans to understand the brain, and aims to help improve treatments for these conditions.
CréteilAges 15–65 - NCT06375265Recruiting
Sleep improvement program for older surgery patients
This trial tests a digital sleep improvement program for older adults who are about to have knee or hip replacement surgery. It aims to help you sleep better before and after surgery, which may improve your brain health and recovery.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT06416514Recruiting
Personalized help for mild behavioral changes
This study tests a personalized program to support people with mild behavioral impairment (changes in mood, motivation or social behavior) and see if it can improve their health. If you are 60 or older and notice these changes, this trial might help you get tailored support.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 60 years+ - NCT06917209Recruiting
Therapy for dissociative disorders trial
This trial tests a type of talk therapy called dissociation-focused cognitive behavior therapy for people with dissociative disorders (like feeling detached from yourself or having multiple identities). It aims to see if this therapy can help reduce symptoms.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT06529380Recruiting
Brain stimulation for severe self-harm in children with autism
This study tests whether deep brain stimulation can reduce severe self-injurious behaviors in children with autism. If standard treatments haven't worked, this approach may offer a new option.
Toronto, OntarioAges 5–17 - NCT06799962Recruiting
AI and virtual reality for eating behavior treatment
This trial tests if combining artificial intelligence with virtual reality can help people with anorexia or bulimia nervosa improve their eating behaviors. It may help by providing a new rehabilitation tool that supports standard care.
Messina, ItalyAges 15–40 - NCT07001293Recruiting
ADHD treatment study for pregnant women
This study tests a program to help pregnant women manage their ADHD. It focuses on improving attention and reducing stress during pregnancy.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07024628Recruiting
Heat safety messages from your doctor
This study tests whether health tips sent by text or email from your family doctor can help you stay safe during heat waves. If you live in Eastern Ontario and have a regular primary care provider, you may be able to join and get these messages.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07076342RecruitingPhase 4
Glutamate receptors and cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia
This study tests how a brain receptor called mGluR5 affects sleep and depression treatment. You may qualify if you have major depression with insomnia and are not currently on antidepressants.
Stony Brook, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07193901RecruitingPhase 2
Nasal spray for depression with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests an experimental nasal spray for people with major depression who are currently having suicidal thoughts. It aims to see if the spray can quickly reduce depression and suicidal feelings.
BeijingAges 18–64 - NCT01327690RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Group therapy for mental health in veterans and families
This early-stage study looks at mental health outcomes for active-duty service members, veterans, and their family members after participating in group therapy sessions. If you can follow instructions and complete consent forms, this trial may help researchers understand how group therapy affects well-being in these communities.
Santa Rosa, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT07021274Recruiting
DBT skills training for autistic adults with emotion regulation issues
This study tests a type of therapy called DBT skills training to help autistic adults who have trouble managing their emotions. The training teaches practical skills to cope with intense feelings and improve daily life.
MoldeAges 18 years+ - NCT06604988Enrolling by invitation
Video feedback for positive parenting with children at risk of autism
This study tests a video-based parenting program for caregivers of toddlers who show early signs of autism. It aims to reduce parent stress, anxiety, or depression and improve how parents support their child's development.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 2–3 - NCT06311838Recruiting
Preventing opioid use among homeless youth
This study tests a program to help homeless youth build social connections and find stable housing to prevent opioid use. It will be conducted by Ohio State University.
Columbus, OhioAges 14–24 - NCT06462196Recruiting
Study of Depression, Bipolar Disorder & Suicide Risk
This study looks at how depression, bipolar disorder, and suicide risk naturally change over time. It aims to better understand these conditions so doctors can improve treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT07069517Recruiting
Fast treatment for insomnia, nightmares, and PTSD
This study tests a combined program to help active-duty military and veterans with PTSD, insomnia, and nightmares. It aims to see if a short treatment can improve sleep and reduce PTSD symptoms without starting new medications or other therapies.
Kileen, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07091721Recruiting
Talking therapy for aggressive or violent young people
This trial tests a type of talking therapy called Mentalization Based Therapy for children and teens who show aggressive or violent behavior. It aims to help them understand their own and others' feelings, which may reduce outbursts and improve relationships.
Southampton, CalmoreAges 10–17 - NCT03948893Recruiting
Behavior program to help you quit nicotine
This study tests a structured counseling/behavior treatment to help people who smoke become nicotine-free. If you’re interested in quitting, you may be asked to complete questionnaires and follow a quit plan as part of the research.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT05833529Recruiting
Therapy program for cocaine use in a residential setting
This trial tests an “innovative cognitive and behavioral” therapy approach to help people stop cocaine use or stay stopped. It is done while you’re in a residential hospital program, aiming to improve coping and reduce relapse.
Fort-de-FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06415721Recruiting
TMS guided by brain scans for alcohol use disorder
This study uses a brain stimulation technique called TMS combined with MRI scans to treat alcohol use disorder. It aims to see if targeting specific brain connections can help reduce drinking.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 25–75 - NCT07119515Recruiting
Comparing online vs. in-person therapy for anxiety
This study compares two ways of receiving cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for generalized anxiety disorder: over video calls (teletherapy) or in person. It aims to see if online therapy works just as well as face-to-face sessions.
Faisalabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT06776991Recruiting
Social anxiety and public speaking fear study
This study tests if reward processing training combined with exposure therapy helps people with social anxiety disorder who are afraid of public speaking. Participants will complete therapy sessions and possibly an MRI brain scan.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT04463498Recruiting
Sleep school program for insomnia alongside mental health problems
This trial tests a group “sleep school” program to improve sleep when insomnia happens together with moderate to severe mental health symptoms. It may help you learn practical sleep strategies and improve sleep quality while you’re getting psychiatric care.
BergenAges 18–80 - NCT06645587Recruiting
Studying brain stimulation to reduce repetitive behaviors in autism
This trial tests if a gentle brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can help children with autism who have repetitive behaviors. It is for children aged 8 to 13 with an IQ of 70 or higher.
Rome, ItalyAges 8–13
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for behavioral disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 386 recruiting behavioral disorder 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 disorder 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 disorder 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.