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
- 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 - NCT05263297Recruiting
Testing two ways to reduce anxiety during blood draws
This study compares two combined programs to help children feel less stressed during a blood draw. It uses simple, child-friendly activities to see which approach works better for coping during the procedure.
KaramanAges 8–10 - NCT04946253Recruiting
Help in teams to improve care for kids with behavior problems
This study tests a program to help pediatric practice teams work together better, led by clinic leadership and managers, to support children’s behavioral health. Caregivers of children ages 5–12 with behavior problems may also be involved to connect care at home and in the clinic.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06695663Recruiting
Training and trials to improve child mental health referrals
This study tests a training program for primary care providers (PCCs) and a referral process for parents of young children (ages 3-8). It aims to help families get the right mental health support for their child.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–100 - NCT06588725Enrolling by invitation
Parent program to prevent cavities in young children
This study tests simple ways to help parents improve their child's dental health and prevent cavities. It focuses on changing behaviors to keep your child's teeth healthy.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 9 months–3 years - NCT07303608Recruiting
Tracking progress in social services to improve outcomes
This study looks at whether regularly checking in on your progress and giving feedback to your social worker can help improve the support you receive. If you are getting help from social services, you may be able to take part.
LinköpingAges 15 years+ - NCT06579781Recruiting
Parent toolkit study for Georgia families with teens
This study tests a parent toolkit to support families with 12- to 15-year-olds. Families living together in certain Georgia areas may join to help improve communication and health.
Cairo, GeorgiaAges 12–15 - NCT07168057Enrolling by invitation
Young children and screens: a parent and nurse study
This study explores how parents think about screen time for young children and how child health nurses discuss it. It aims to understand perspectives and improve support for families in a digital age.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT07804940Recruiting
Feel good program for school climate and children's well-being
This study looks at whether a school program called Feel Good helps improve the school climate and children's well-being. If your child takes part, they answer a questionnaire before and after the program.
ParisAges 8–12 - NCT07698158Recruiting
Growing Well Study: healthy growth study for young children
This study looks at how children aged 6 months to 4 years grow and develop. It involves families in Leeds, Doncaster, or East London. Researchers want to understand what supports healthy growth in early childhood.
Doncaster, West YorkshireAges 6 months–4 years - NCT05989568Recruiting
Classroom support program for K-5 teachers
This trial tests a program called BASIS-T designed to support K-5 teachers. It may help you learn new ways to manage your classroom and support students.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT04119180RecruitingPhase 4
Sedation vs protective positioning for kids' dental work
This study compares two ways of keeping children comfortable and safe during dental treatment: sedation or a protective positioning approach. It may help find which method works better for comfort and safety for children who need fillings or other cavity repair.
Goiânia, GoiásAges 1–7 - NCT07564583Enrolling by invitation
Safety planning program for children with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a safety planning program designed to help children aged 6 to 12 who are having suicidal thoughts or behaviors. The program works with both the child and their caregiver to help keep the child safe.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 6–12 - NCT05637320Recruiting
Therapy study for children’s big emotions and mood
This study looks at how children’s emotions change during therapy for concerns like anxiety, depression, or disruptive behavior. It may help you and your child understand what kinds of therapy support might work best.
Guelph, OntarioAges 8–15 - NCT05623007Recruiting
Diet and gut bacteria study for vaccinated teens with COVID
This trial tests whether changing diet can shift gut bacteria in overweight or obese teens after COVID-19 vaccination. The goal is to see if dietary changes can affect health markers related to the gut and immune system.
Jakarta Pusat, DKI JakartaAges 12–17 - NCT06298136Recruiting
Online mindfulness for parents of kids with ADHD
This online study tests a mindfulness program for parents of children with ADHD. The goal is to see if it helps parents and children manage ADHD symptoms, focusing on families who speak Cantonese.
Hong KongAges Any age - NCT05806450Recruiting
Sleep training for parents and babies using online sessions
This trial tests an online sleep program meant to improve sleep for parents and young children. It may help families that want better nighttime routines and sleep quality for babies aged 6 to 24 months.
SeoulAges 6 months–2 years - NCT05805410Recruiting
Trunk therapy in children with spastic cerebral palsy
This study looks at how special trunk (core) exercises or positioning affect movement and muscle control in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP). It may help families understand which trunk-focused interventions improve function and comfort.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4–12 - NCT06587230Recruiting
Tealeaf-NC: Teacher-led support for students in North Carolina
This study tests the Tealeaf program, where teachers and school staff work together to support students who may be struggling emotionally or behaviorally. It aims to help students in kindergarten through 8th grade who have elevated scores on a behavior and emotions questionnaire.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 5–99 - NCT05179759Enrolling by invitation
School and teacher program for early grades in rural India
This study tests a school/teacher approach (rolled out in real school settings) to improve teaching for early primary students. It will include rural primary schools and the teachers and students in classrooms for grades 1–4.
Darjeeling, West BengalAges 5 years+ - NCT06856057Recruiting
Support for caregivers and kids after injury
This study helps parents and young children cope with stress after a hospital stay for an injury. It tests a program to improve mental health for both caregivers and kids.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05040542Recruiting
Brain scans of social emotions in infants
This study uses brain testing (including MRI scanning) to better understand how young children’s brains support social emotions and communication. It may help researchers learn what brain patterns look like in typical early development.
Xiamen, FujianAges Up to 6 years - NCT07627126Recruiting
Father Involvement in Baby Development Study
This study looks at how much fathers participate in caring for their babies and how this affects the baby's growth and development. Researchers want to understand whether father involvement makes a difference in infant outcomes.
NiğdeAges 4 months–6 months - NCT07195409Recruiting
Coaching to boost activity in after-school programs
This study looks at whether giving staff members coaching on how to be active can help them encourage more physical activity in children at after-school programs. If your child is in an elementary after-school program, this trial may help increase their daily activity.
Manhattan, KansasAges 5–11
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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.