Clinical trials
Child clinical trials
Below are recruiting child 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
- NCT07144800Recruiting
Healthy eating and activity program for Hispanic families
This study tests a program to help Hispanic families with overweight or obesity eat healthier and be more active. It focuses on parents and their children aged 8-12, and may help improve family health.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07132411Recruiting
Talk With Me Baby: Boosting early home language
This study helps parents talk more with their babies during regular checkups to support language development. It is for healthy full-term babies under 2 months old whose families speak English and/or Spanish.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 1 day–2 years - NCT07133919Recruiting
AI communication to reduce dental anxiety in children
This trial tests whether a child-friendly, AI-assisted conversation method can help reduce anxiety in children who need a dental filling, pulpotomy, or similar treatment. It is for children ages 6-12 who are coming to the dentist for the first time and will receive local anesthesia.
Çanakkale, KepezAges 7–12 - 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+ - NCT05202106Recruiting
Digital support for healthier child development in Peru
This study tests whether digital (phone or app) support can improve children’s health and development in a specific area of Peru. You may be eligible if you live in the study area, but not if you have a qualifying disability, are moving away, or are already using the Cuna Mas program.
LimaAges 3 months–9 months - NCT06268444Recruiting
Infant sleep & chemical exposure in the environment
This study looks at how common chemicals in our environment (like those from plastics or pollution) may affect babies' sleep. It's for very young infants who are still drinking only milk, to help understand any links between these chemicals and sleep patterns.
AmiensAges Up to 6 months - NCT07068945Recruiting
Transition from child to adult psychiatry for teens in Nice
This study follows 17-year-olds receiving child psychiatric care in Nice who may need adult mental health services soon. It aims to understand how to improve the transition between child and adult psychiatry.
NiceAges 17–17 - NCT07064915Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Financial help for parents during pregnancy
This study tests a program that combines medical care with financial support to see if it helps parents feel less stressed, improves pregnancy outcomes, and supports healthy baby development. If you are expecting a baby and get care at certain clinics, you may be able to join.
Harbor City, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07047378Recruiting
ACT training for parents and kids at risk
This trial tests a 6-week program using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help reduce parental burnout and improve child well-being. It is for Cantonese-speaking families in Hong Kong who are experiencing emotional distress or are at risk of domestic violence.
Kwun TongAges 3–65 - 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 - NCT07040462Recruiting
Parent-child therapy after the 2023 Turkish earthquake
This study tests a therapy for young children (ages 3–6) and their parents who lived through the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake. It aims to help kids heal from trauma by improving the parent-child bond through weekly sessions.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 3–65 - NCT07001735Recruiting
Talking for Change: Preventing child sexual abuse before it happens
This study tests a program called 'Talking for Change' to help people who are worried they might sexually harm a child. It offers group therapy and support to reduce that risk.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06963554Recruiting
Does Project Support help families after trauma?
This study tests a program called Project Support to help families deal with trauma. If you're a caregiver looking for trauma services for your 6-to-13-year-old child, and you can do telehealth sessions, this may be a good fit.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 6–13 - NCT06966323Recruiting
Course to strengthen parent-teen relationships
This study tests a course designed to help parents and teens (ages 12–18) improve their relationship when stress between them is making the teen's problems worse. The course aims to strengthen your bond and reduce conflict.
Almere StadAges 12–18 - NCT05976867Recruiting
Parent program to prevent child sexual abuse
This study tests whether a parent-focused program can prevent child sexual abuse by teaching parents skills to support their children. You may be able to help both the program work better and learn how well it can be used in real life.
New York, New YorkAges 15 years+ - NCT06455397Recruiting
Building emotional awareness and mental health for parents
This trial tests a program called BEAM that helps parents and caregivers of young children (ages 2–5) manage stress, depression, anxiety, or anger. You'll get support from a peer coach through check-ins and learn skills to feel better.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT05834907Recruiting
Parents of young kids in Early Head Start programs
This study supports parents whose children are in (or can join) Early Head Start in parts of Pennsylvania. It tests a parent program (“Hands and Hearts Together”) delivered in Spanish or English and may help families with parenting support.
College Park, MarylandAges 8 months+ - NCT06163651Recruiting
Parent-child support program for parents of young children
This trial tests a one-year program to help parents with young children. It offers support and resources to strengthen your family.
Enid, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT06570707Recruiting
School fruit and veggie program for child & parent health
This study tests a school-based fruit and vegetable co-op to see if it improves the heart health and well-being of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders and their parents in communities with persistent poverty.
Houston, TexasAges 6–9 - NCT06823518Recruiting
Parent support program for US Air Force families
This study offers an educational program for US Air Force parents and caregivers of children ages 0-18. It aims to help families thrive by providing support and resources that can be accessed through technology.
University Park, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06808204Recruiting
How ablation affects quality of life in kids with heart rhythm issues
This study looks at how a heart procedure called catheter ablation (which fixes irregular heartbeats) affects the quality of life of children aged 5–17. By joining, you'll help doctors learn if this treatment really helps kids feel better day-to-day.
BronAges 5–17 - 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 - NCT06740266Recruiting
Parenting support for mothers and their babies
This study tests if a specially designed parenting program can help mothers and their babies bond better and possibly affect the baby's cells in a positive way. If you are a mother with a baby between 3 and 12 months old, receiving Medicaid, and getting care at WakeMed, you may be able to join.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06732310Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Prenatal and early childhood program to reduce child maltreatment
This study tests whether a program that starts during pregnancy and continues after birth can help reduce child abuse and neglect. It looks at how these programs work for mothers who have experienced intimate partner violence.
Notre Dame, IndianaAges 3 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for child?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 455 recruiting child 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 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 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.