Clinical trials
Child Abuse clinical trials
Below are recruiting child abuse clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 23 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02225301Recruiting
Online training for childcare staff to spot child abuse
This study tests an online learning program (“module”) for people who work in childcare. It aims to help early childcare providers recognize signs of possible child abuse and respond appropriately.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06495502Recruiting
Talking about child sexual abuse in mental health care
This study looks at how and when young people who experienced child sexual abuse talk about it during mental health care. It may help improve support for victims and their families.
Colombes, Hauts De SeineAges 12–25 - NCT05772962Recruiting
Dental record study for children at risk
This study collects children’s dental records to learn about oral health in children who are considered at risk. Your participation could help researchers understand what dental problems happen more often and why.
Bergen, VestlandAges birth–18 years - NCT07001735Recruiting
Talking for Change: Preventing child sexual abuse before it happens
This study tests a program called 'Talking for Change' to help people who are worried they might sexually harm a child. It offers group therapy and support to reduce that risk.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05562557Recruiting
Fatherhood program to improve outcomes and support families
This study partners with fathers to help improve family outcomes, especially when there are worries about substance use in the household. You may be able to join if you are a father caregiver and your family has an identified risk for substance use, and you speak English or Spanish.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06783231Enrolling by invitation
How do we identify with an aggressor?
This study explores the psychological phenomenon called identification with the aggressor, using tasks that involve reading emotions and association tests. It may help us better understand how people process difficult experiences.
Ages 18 years+ - NCT05976867Recruiting
Parent program to prevent child sexual abuse
This study tests whether a parent-focused program can prevent child sexual abuse by teaching parents skills to support their children. You may be able to help both the program work better and learn how well it can be used in real life.
New York, New YorkAges 15 years+ - NCT04519229Enrolling by invitation
Feasibility study of child-parent therapy for foster infants and toddlers
This study tests whether a therapy program called Child-Parent Psychotherapy is practical and helpful for very young children in foster care and the adults caring for them. It’s mainly a “feasibility” study, meaning it focuses on whether the program can be delivered and followed in real life.
VaxjoAges birth–6 years - NCT06375551Recruiting
Testing a tool to help choose child welfare interventions
This trial tests a decision support tool and group process to help people involved in child welfare select effective interventions. It may help those making decisions under the Family First Prevention Services Act.
Eugene, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT07047378Recruiting
ACT training for parents and kids at risk
This trial tests a 6-week program using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help reduce parental burnout and improve child well-being. It is for Cantonese-speaking families in Hong Kong who are experiencing emotional distress or are at risk of domestic violence.
Kwun TongAges 3–65 - NCT04294134Enrolling by invitation
Support program for mothers in residential substance treatment
This trial tests a support program for mothers (pregnant or with young children) who are in residential substance use treatment. It aims to improve well-being, family stability, and child safety—especially when children are at risk or in out-of-home placement.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT03906435Recruiting
Cognitive therapy to prevent problems for very premature NICU babies
This study offers a counseling approach to help prevent “Vulnerable Child Syndrome” in babies born very early and cared for in the NICU. It focuses on support during the early months after birth and compares outcomes for families getting the therapy versus usual support.
Dallas, TexasAges Any age - NCT05722769Recruiting
Training for Kentucky middle school staff to stop child trafficking
This study focuses on training Kentucky middle school staff in certain public schools to help prevent and respond to child sex trafficking. It compares a special training program against an attention-control group to see which approach works better.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 21–65 - NCT06732310Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Prenatal and early childhood program to reduce child maltreatment
This study tests whether a program that starts during pregnancy and continues after birth can help reduce child abuse and neglect. It looks at how these programs work for mothers who have experienced intimate partner violence.
Notre Dame, IndianaAges 3 years+ - NCT06752265Enrolling by invitation
Preventing sexual abuse: helping parents and teachers
This trial is testing a program that helps parents and teachers work together to prevent sexual abuse in children. It is for elementary school students whose parents and teachers want to take part.
Sumedang, West JavaAges 10–12 - NCT06650267RecruitingPhase 2
Substance use and family violence treatment for fathers
This study tests a treatment program for fathers who have both a substance use disorder and a history of family violence within the last 18 months. The goal is to see if the program helps reduce substance misuse and improve family relationships.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06133569Recruiting
Self-help program for sexual interest in children
This study tests an online self-help program called ReDirection for people concerned about their sexual interest in children. It aims to reduce the risk of child sexual abuse and prevent use of child sexual abuse material.
KlecanyAges 18 years+ - NCT06587529Recruiting
Preventing exploitation of kids: school program study
This study tests a curriculum called READY to Stand designed to prevent commercial sexual exploitation of children. It is for high school students in certain schools.
Des Moines, IowaAges 13–21 - NCT07526142Recruiting
Circles of Safety Training for Youth Sports Leaders
This study evaluates a safety program called Circles of Safety designed for coaches and youth sports leaders. The research aims to understand how this training helps protect young athletes from harm.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07434219Recruiting
Group support program for partners of men who viewed child sexual abuse material
This study tests a group program that teaches you ways to cope and feel better if you are a partner of a man who viewed child sexual abuse material. It's designed to help you manage the stress and emotional impact caused by the situation.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT06133595Recruiting
Motivational interviewing to help people with sexual interest in children seek support
This trial tests whether motivational interviewing can help people who are concerned about their sexual interest in children to find help and avoid harming children. It aims to make it easier to talk about these concerns and get support.
KlecanyAges 18 years+ - NCT06778044Recruiting
Online program to reduce urges to use sexual abuse material
This trial tests a self-guided online program to help reduce urges or use of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). It's designed for people who have had these thoughts or behaviors in the past six months and want to lower their risk.
OttawaAges 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for child abuse?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 23 recruiting child abuse 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 child abuse 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 child abuse 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
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