Clinical trials
Child Mental Health clinical trials
Below are recruiting child mental health clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 114 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - 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 - NCT07506421Recruiting
Hope groups for parenting and mental health
This study tests a program called Hope Groups that helps refugee parents and caregivers with parenting and mental health. You would attend group sessions with other parents to learn and share experiences.
JerashAges 18 years+ - NCT05796466Recruiting
Parenting programs to improve preschoolers’ mental health
This study tests two parenting programs to see if they help improve preschool children’s mental health. You can join if you are a parent of a preschooler and meet the language and background requirements.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT05629013Recruiting
After-action reviews to improve child welfare teams’ care
This study asks child welfare teams and families to review what happened in their team planning meetings, to help improve how services get connected. It may help strengthen the way support services are identified and linked for children in ongoing child welfare cases.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 6 years+ - NCT04712461Recruiting
Support program to reduce therapist burnout
This trial tests whether adding specific implementation supports can reduce burnout in therapists who provide evidence-based care for children who have experienced trauma. It may help therapists feel more supported while delivering these child trauma treatments.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 3–99 - NCT07573085Recruiting
Online emotion regulation therapy for adolescents who self-injure
This trial tests an online therapy program designed to help teenagers aged 13–17 who have hurt themselves learn better ways to manage difficult emotions. A parent or caregiver will also participate in the program to provide support.
StockholmAges 13–17 - NCT05334992Recruiting
Support for family caregivers of people with dementia
This study aims to improve mental health for people who care for someone with dementia or memory problems. If you’re an unpaid caregiver and you have anxiety or depression symptoms, this program may offer structured support to help you cope better.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18–120 - NCT05766592RecruitingPhase 3
Therapy for sexual or gender-minority adults and a rejecting parent
This study tests a therapy program tailored for sexual and gender-minority adults who are dealing with strong rejection from a parent. It also involves that parent in sessions to help improve support and reduce anxiety or depression.
New York, New YorkAges 20 years+ - NCT04980794Recruiting
Family conflict resolution program for two-caregiver families
This study tests a family conflict-resolution program to help reduce conflict and improve how families handle disagreements over time. It’s designed for families with two primary caregivers and a child age 4 to 17.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 4 years+ - NCT06087159Recruiting
Mental health toolkit for teachers and caregivers in Uganda
This trial tests if a personalized mobile health toolkit can help teachers and caregivers in Uganda manage stress and support mental health. If you are a teacher or a parent in the study schools, this program may provide tools to improve your wellbeing.
KampalaAges 18 years+ - NCT06921499Recruiting
Sports-based mental health help for Karenni boys and men
This trial tests a sports program designed to improve mental health for Karenni refugee boys and men who live in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad area. Participants will join practices and activities that use sports to build well-being.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 8 years+ - NCT07667738RecruitingPhase 2
Parent support program in Peru for parents of young children
This study tests a therapy program called CETA for parents in a specific area of Lima, Peru. It aims to help parents improve their mental health, which may also benefit their children ages 4 to 6.
LimaAges 18 years+ - NCT07083037Recruiting
Parent program to help kids' attention and behavior
This trial tests a program for mothers who have mild to moderate depression and whose child has attention or behavior problems. The program aims to improve both the mother's well-being and the child's behavior.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT06753344Recruiting
Youth Resilience Through Mental E-health
This study tests an online program designed to help teens in grade 10 build resilience and cope with stress. It uses a smartphone app to deliver mental health support.
HanoiAges 15–16 - NCT06456762Recruiting
Text-messaging support for parents after child's ER visit
This study tests whether a text-messaging program can help parents support their child after a mental health emergency room visit. If you join, you'll receive texts with tips and resources to help your child transition to outpatient care.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06597474RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Food-Body-Mind wellness program for preschoolers
This study tests a 16-week program called Food-Body-Mind that helps preschoolers and their families build healthy habits. It focuses on movement, eating well, and feeling good about your body, and is designed for children ages 3 to 5 in Head Start programs.
Jackson, MichiganAges 3–5 - NCT07204613Enrolling by invitation
Baby Water Play for Development
This study tests if early aquatic stimulation helps babies develop motor and cognitive skills. It involves water classes twice a week for infants 3–7 months old.
Diamantina, Minas GeraisAges 3 months–7 months - 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 - NCT06324318RecruitingPhase 2
Parenting program for American Indian families in cities
This study tests a parenting program for American Indian parents and their children aged 12-17 who live in cities. It aims to help families strengthen their connections and support healthy development.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 12 years+ - 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 - NCT07120516Recruiting
School program to boost physical activity in teens
This study tests a program designed with your school to help students become more active. You'll answer questions, get some measurements taken, and possibly wear a small activity tracker.
KaunasAges 12–16 - NCT07460973Recruiting
Wellness program for American Indian youth
This study tests a program designed to improve health and reduce disparities for American Indian youth ages 12–18. It includes educational activities and cultural teachings.
Bozeman, MontanaAges 12–18 - NCT06989476Enrolling by invitation
Helping families get support through child checkups
This study looks at how to improve screenings that check how children ages 0-5 and their families are doing emotionally and socially. It aims to make it easier for families to get connected with helpful services.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for child mental health?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 114 recruiting child mental health 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 mental health 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 mental health 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.