Clinical trials
Child, Only clinical trials
Below are recruiting child, only clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 455 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 - 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 - 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+ - 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+ - NCT07712822Recruiting
Preventing child maltreatment in Kyrgyzstan
This trial tests a program to help caregivers in Kyrgyzstan learn evidence-based ways to prevent child maltreatment. It involves families with a child aged 6 to 9 and includes group sessions and assessments over several months.
BishkekAges 6–74 - 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 - NCT05997680Recruiting
Yoga for attention in kids with heart disease
This study tests if a parent-child yoga program can help improve attention in children aged 4 to 6 with congenital heart disease who have attention difficulties. You and your child would attend yoga sessions together for 8 weeks.
Montreal, QuebecAges 4–6 - NCT03609112Recruiting
Study brain and thinking risks in children with solid tumors
This study looks at how cancer treatment may affect children’s thinking and brain health. It may help doctors better understand risks so they can monitor and support learning and memory during and after treatment.
Villejuif, Val De MarneAges Any age - NCT06389084Recruiting
Parents together: supporting healthy habits in children
This study helps parents learn ways to encourage healthy habits in their children. It is for families already in the TARGet Kids! study.
Toronto, OntarioAges 2–5 - NCT07489079Recruiting
PlayReadVIP in home childcare settings
This study tests a program called PlayReadVIP for family childcare providers. It looks at how providers can support young children 0-5 years old through play and reading. Your participation can help improve early childhood development in home-based care.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07261254Recruiting
Baby Bonus: Support for families with newborns
This study tests if providing monthly payments and support to new parents can improve the health and well-being of their babies. If you live in San Mateo County and your baby is healthy and on Medicaid, you might be able to join.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges birth+ - 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 - NCT06949930Recruiting
Optimizing child health visits for better nutrition
This trial tests a new way to deliver essential health and nutrition advice to families with young children (ages 1–5) during regular doctor visits. It aims to make sure children get the care they need.
NairobiAges 15 years+ - NCT06987227Recruiting
Parent-child bonding help for parents of premature babies
This study tests a program to help parents of premature babies bond with their child during the hospital stay and after going home. It aims to improve parents' physical, mental, and social health.
Teipei, TaiwanAges 20–80 - 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 - NCT06854549Recruiting
Picture book reading for preterm babies and their parents
This study tests whether reading picture books to preterm infants can improve their stability, reduce parental anxiety, and strengthen parent-child bonding. It aims to provide a simple, comforting activity for families.
Taipei, BeitouAges 6 months–9 months - NCT06827951Recruiting
Parent-child therapy for young kids with behavior issues
This study tests if a therapy called Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) helps parents of young children with behavioral concerns. You and your child would attend sessions together to improve your relationship and manage behaviors.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–89 - 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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+ - NCT05394363Recruiting
Victoria children birth-cohort study with parent/guardian consent
This study follows children born in a specific 2-year window and their parents or guardians over time. It helps researchers understand how children and families change as they grow, which can guide future health supports in Victoria.
Parkville, VictoriaAges 1 day+ - NCT05233150Recruiting
Parent–child coaching in primary care for young children
This study tests a parent–child relationship coaching program delivered through primary care. It may help families improve day-to-day interactions and child behavior using group sessions and virtual support.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 1.5 years–99 years - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for child, only?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 455 recruiting child, only 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, only 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, only 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.