Clinical trials
Child Development clinical trials
Below are recruiting child development clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 113 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03307304Recruiting
Studying different forms of childhood brain-wasting disease
This study looks at people with CLN3 and other related forms of NCL (a childhood brain-wasting illness) to better describe symptoms and disease changes over time. You may be followed with regular check-ins, medical records, and sometimes NIH visits or sample collection.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 week–100 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 - NCT04685746Recruiting
Testing how balance and motion affect child development
This study looks at how the vestibular system (your balance and motion sensing) is involved in children’s thinking and movement. It compares typically developing children with children who have balance-related (vestibular) problems or certain neurodevelopmental conditions to understand what to expect and how development may differ.
GhentAges 6–13 - NCT05911893Recruiting
High-calorie supplement for malnourished toddlers’ growth
This study looks at whether giving a high-calorie oral nutrition supplement helps children aged 1 to 3 years who are undernourished gain weight and grow. You may be eligible if your child has low growth measurements and takes in too few calories for their needs.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 1–3 - NCT07283458Recruiting
Testing language learning in children in child psychiatry
This trial uses a tablet app to test how well children in child psychiatry services understand language and learn. It aims to better understand their needs and improve care.
ParisAges 3–7 - 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 - NCT06870578Recruiting
Building healthy eating habits for preteens
This trial helps researchers develop programs to support healthy eating in kids ages 9-11 with overweight. It involves focus groups, and some parts include brain scans to understand eating habits.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 9 years+ - NCT07738003Recruiting
Perinatal Autism Genetics and Epigenetics Study
This study looks at genetics and other factors that may be linked to autism. Pregnant women in their first or second trimester are invited to join, and their babies will be followed to see how they develop.
Iowa City, IowaAges birth–50 years - NCT05954455Recruiting
Studying speech and swallowing development in children with SMA type 1
This study looks at how speech, communication, and swallowing (“bulbar function”) develop in babies and children with SMA type 1. It aims to better understand what to expect over time for children who start approved SMA treatments early.
LondonAges birth–18 years - NCT06924307Recruiting
Parent-Child thinking skills program for ages 2-5
This trial tests a program for parents and their young children (ages 2-5) to help improve the child's thinking and self-control skills. It's designed for children without major physical or developmental challenges.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 2–5 - NCT05893459Recruiting
Friend and family study for teens 13–17
This study looks at how a teen’s best friend and caregiver influence stress and coping. It enrolls teens who have either experienced maltreatment or not, to better understand what supports might help.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 13–17 - NCT07296861Recruiting
Home program for healthy growth in children with Down syndrome
This study tests a family-based program you can do at home to help your young child with Down syndrome develop healthy habits. It aims to support your child's growth and well-being through fun activities and guidance.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges Any age - NCT06049680RecruitingPhase 4
Safety study of SMOFlipid for patients needing IV nutrition
This trial tests if SMOFlipid, a special lipid emulsion given through an IV, is safe for children and adults who need most of their nutrition from IV for at least 8 weeks. It looks for side effects like essential fatty acid deficiency or liver problems.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 1 month–17 years - NCT06810570Recruiting
How mobile devices affect young children's health
This study looks at how using mobile devices like phones and tablets affects young children’s growth and health. It may help families understand how screen time impacts development.
SheffieldAges 3–4 - NCT05457569Recruiting
Parent support program for babies at high brain risk
This study checks whether a coordinated parent support program delivered after NICU (and after discharge) is practical and helpful. It gathers feedback through interviews with parents and professionals to improve how care and parenting support are organized.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT07153198Recruiting
Parenting program for child social-emotional growth
This study tests a parenting program called VIPP-SD designed to help parents support their young child’s social and emotional development. It may be a good fit if you are the parent of a child aged 2 to 6 and want to learn new ways to nurture their feelings and relationships.
Lisbon, Lisbon DistrictAges 2–5 - NCT06662045Recruiting
Iron deficiency and child brain development study
This study looks at whether iron deficiency anemia affects how babies and toddlers (6 to 24 months old) develop their thinking, learning, and behavior. It compares children who have iron-deficiency anemia with those who do not, to help doctors understand the impact on early brain development.
Shenzhen, China/GuangdongAges 6 months–6 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for child development?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 113 recruiting child development 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 development 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 development 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.