Clinical trials
Challenging Behavior clinical trials
Below are recruiting challenging behavior clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 12 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07042347Recruiting
Testing an app to improve data and supervision in behavioral health
This trial tests a measurement feedback app designed to help aides and supervisors working with children who have challenging behaviors, such as autism or ADHD. The app aims to improve data quality, supervision, and treatment outcomes.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06732219Recruiting
Pilot trial to prevent relapse of severe problem behavior
This trial tests a new way to help children and teens with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) avoid relapsing into severe problem behaviors like aggression or self-injury. It focuses on behaviors that are triggered by wanting attention or access to favorite items.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 6–17 - NCT05268796RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Telehealth or in-home parent training for kids with autism
This study compares two ways of helping parents manage challenging behaviors in young children with autism: coaching by video (telehealth) or coaching in the home. It may help reduce self-injury or aggression by teaching caregivers practical behavior strategies over 12 weeks.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–7 - 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 - NCT06856408Recruiting
Power of Growth: A digital program for daycare teams
This trial tests a digital tool to help daycare educators work better as a team and manage children's behavioral challenges. It aims to boost educators' confidence and teamwork skills.
Municipalities, SelectAges Any age - NCT07167719Recruiting
Resilience training for parolees with adjustment challenges
This study tests a cognitive-behavioral training program to help people on parole build resilience and cope with adjustment difficulties. If you are recently on parole and having trouble adjusting, this program may offer tools to support your mental health.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06691022Enrolling by invitation
Smoking, stress, and behavior in children with disabilities
This study looks at how secondhand smoke and parent stress might affect challenging behaviors in children with mental disabilities. It uses a urine test to measure smoke exposure.
Tokat ProvinceAges 4–10 - 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+ - NCT07336537Recruiting
Testing talk-based data collection software for chronic pain
This study tests easy-to-use talk-based software to collect health information from people with chronic pain. It may help researchers learn if tools like these are helpful for managing pain at home or in a lab.
Cambridge, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07318233Recruiting
AI coaching app study for recreational cyclists
This study tests an AI-powered coaching app that adapts to your confidence level while you cycle. It's designed for healthy adults who are comfortable on a stationary bike and can handle 20 minutes of vigorous effort.
Coral Gables, FloridaAges 18–40 - NCT07091279RecruitingPhase 2
Test of Propranolol for Severe Behaviors in Autism
This study tests a medication called propranolol to see if it can reduce aggression and other severe behaviors in adolescents and adults with autism. It might be an option if you have frequent and serious challenging behaviors that other treatments haven't helped.
Staten Island, New YorkAges 12–40 - NCT06183723Enrolling by invitation
Study to improve HIV care for those struggling with medications
This study tests a program to help people living with HIV who have difficulty taking their medications consistently. The goal is to see if extra support can improve health outcomes.
Kaohsiung CityAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for challenging behavior?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 12 recruiting challenging 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 challenging 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 challenging 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.