Clinical trials
Child Behavior clinical trials
Below are recruiting child behavior clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 80 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05525962Recruiting
Study factors that affect development in foster children
This study looks at how different stress and support factors may influence how children and teens grow and cope while they are involved with child protective services. It may help clinicians understand what supports work best for children in care.
CanteleuAges Up to 16 years - NCT06138405Recruiting
Dental training for kids and dentists
This study tests a program to help dental providers and parents interact better with children during dental visits. The goal is to make the experience less stressful and more effective for everyone.
Fayetteville, ArkansasAges 18–99 - NCT06084910Recruiting
Building confidence for school readiness in young children
This study helps African American children ages 2 to 4 get ready for school by supporting their self-confidence. Parents and children will take part in activities and interviews over about 15 months.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 2 years+ - NCT05201534Recruiting
Math and thinking skills training for school-age children
This trial studies interventions to improve math and cognitive (thinking) skills in elementary school children. It includes both children with math learning difficulties and typically developing children, using tests and MRI brain scans for those who can participate.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 6–12 - NCT06109766Recruiting
Parenting support via video for birth parents
This trial tests whether offering parenting support over video calls can help birth parents involved with child welfare. It's designed for parents with a baby 6–12 months old who want to build stronger families.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT07687524Recruiting
Study on parent-child interaction for healthy growth
This study looks at how parents and children interact day to day to help support healthy growth. It tests a program that teaches parents about everyday behavior patterns to strengthen their relationship with their child.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 2–65 - NCT06127030Recruiting
Teacher training for managing classroom behavior problems
This trial tests a brief training for elementary school teachers to help them manage disruptive behaviors in a specific student. It may help your child if they have frequent behavioral difficulties in the classroom and don't have autism or take medication for behavior issues.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 4–13 - NCT06341179Recruiting
Does more sleep help children learn and manage weight?
This study tests whether helping children sleep longer each night can help them learn better and manage their weight. It is for children ages 6–12 who are above a healthy weight and sleep 9 hours or less per night.
CopenhagenAges 6–12 - 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 - NCT06471816Recruiting
A kindergarten program to support children's mental health
This study tests a simple conversation-based program in kindergartens to support young children's emotional well-being. If your child is in their third last year of kindergarten, you may be able to join.
BergenAges 2–3 - NCT07473024Recruiting
Brain wave guided anesthesia and child behavior
This trial studies whether special brain wave monitoring during anesthesia can help improve children's behavior after surgery. It is for children ages 3 to 10 having certain types of surgery that last more than an hour.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 3–10 - NCT06898918Enrolling by invitation
Mothers' feeding habits and kids' eating and tooth health
This study looks at how mothers control their child's eating, how the child eats, and whether it relates to early childhood cavities. It may help families understand what affects their preschooler's dental health.
CairoAges 3–5 - NCT05800522Recruiting
Supportive parenting program for kids with behavior and mood struggles
This trial tests whether a supportive parenting program can help children who are showing higher-than-usual symptoms like anxiety, depression, anger, or behavior problems. If you’re not already in certain specialized mental health programs, your child may be able to join and get structured support for coping.
OsloAges 4–12 - NCT06586723Recruiting
HELM trial for Washington elementary educators
This trial tests whether a program called HELM helps school leaders use evidence-based practices to support students. It's for educators in Washington State elementary schools that are already committed to PBIS.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT06669624Recruiting
Help for parents and toddlers facing tough times
This study tests a program to help parents and young children build resilience. If your toddler has faced hard times, the program offers support to strengthen your relationship and help your family thrive.
Chapel Hill, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04627415Recruiting
Early support program for ADHD symptoms in preschool children
This trial tests an early intervention program for young children (about ages 3 to 5) with clinically significant attention and behavior symptoms. It may help by targeting ADHD-related difficulties seen at home and school.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 3–5 - NCT06788028Recruiting
Mental health support for children in Azerbaijan
This trial tests a program to help children ages 7 to 14 who may be at risk for emotional or behavioral problems. It aims to see if providing support to both the child and their parent can improve their mental health.
Baku, AzerbaijanAges 7–14 - NCT06795347Recruiting
Online parenting support for mothers with mental health challenges
This trial tests an online video coaching program (VIPP-SD) to help mothers with serious mental health conditions build a strong bond with their child. The goal is to improve the child's wellbeing and resilience. It compares the program to the usual support that families already receive.
Odense C, Region SyddanmarkAges 1–3 - NCT07291453Recruiting
New parent-child habit program for children ages 4-10
This study tests a support program to help parents build new habits with children who face challenges in daily situations. The program was made for kids with ADHD-like behaviors, but your child does not need an ADHD diagnosis to join.
Onna, OkinawaAges Any age - NCT06902649Recruiting
Step-by-step: A new care model for kids with anger or behavior issues
This study tests a step-by-step care model for children aged 8 to 16 who struggle with anger, defiance, or aggressive behavior. The goal is to see if offering different levels of support can help families manage these behaviors effectively.
SolnaAges 8–16 - NCT04763720Enrolling by invitation
Therapy for kids with attachment and trauma difficulties
This trial studies a special type of parent-and-child therapy called Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) for children who struggle with relationships or attachment after trauma, including neglect or emotional abuse. It may help families improve safety, closeness, and communication through guided sessions.
Skien, Vestfold Og TelemarkAges 5–99 - NCT07051642Recruiting
Daily parenting support for young children with behavior challenges
This study tests a daily journal program that helps parents notice and encourage positive behaviors in young children who show some challenging behaviors. It may help parents and children build a stronger relationship and reduce conduct problems.
TilburgAges 4–8 - NCT06767293Recruiting
Parenting support for preterm children with behavior challenges
This trial tests a parenting program for caregivers of children born very preterm (before 32 weeks) who also have behavior problems. The program aims to help parents manage difficult behaviors and improve family well-being.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 3–8 - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for child behavior?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 80 recruiting child 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 child 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 child 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.