Clinical trials
Cognition clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognition clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,028 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07146412Recruiting
Lifestyle changes to lower dementia risk for older adults
This research study tests whether a program of healthy eating, exercise, and other lifestyle changes can lower your risk for dementia. It is designed for people aged 65–75 with a family history of dementia who want to take steps to keep their brain healthy.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 65–75 - NCT07149038Recruiting
Ear stimulation device study for vascular dementia
This trial tests a device that stimulates a nerve in your ear to help with memory and thinking problems caused by small blood vessel damage in the brain. It's for people with vascular dementia or a milder form called vascular mild cognitive impairment.
Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 55–89 - NCT07156708Recruiting
Aquatic exercise with brain games for older women
This trial tests if doing exercise in water combined with mental tasks can improve health for physically inactive older women. It may help you stay active and sharp.
Pelotas, Rio Grande do SulAges 60–75 - NCT07165236Recruiting
Bladder tumor surgery and memory changes study
This study looks at how bladder tumor surgery might affect thinking and memory. It checks blood markers to see if they are linked to any mental changes after the operation.
Osijek, CroatiaAges 18–80 - NCT07176273Recruiting
Personalized PTSD Treatment for Veterans
This trial helps veterans with PTSD choose between two proven talk therapies—Prolonged Exposure (PE) or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)—and uses a smartphone app to support their treatment. The goal is to see which approach works best for each person.
Augusta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07183826Recruiting
Online mindfulness therapy for chronic tinnitus
This trial tests an online mindfulness program (iMBCT) to help people with chronic tinnitus manage their symptoms. If you have had tinnitus for at least 3 months and it bothers you, you may be able to join from home.
WarsawAges 18 years+ - NCT07191483RecruitingPhase 2
Study of KYN-5356 for cognitive problems in schizophrenia
This trial tests an investigational drug, KYN-5356, to see if it can improve thinking and memory problems in adults with schizophrenia. You may join if your schizophrenia is stable and you take only one antipsychotic medication.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18–55 - NCT07193277RecruitingPhase 4
Butylphthalide for thinking problems in older adults with epilepsy
This study tests whether a medicine called butylphthalide can help improve memory and thinking in older adults with focal epilepsy who already have mild cognitive issues. It aims to find a new way to support brain health in people with epilepsy.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 60–85 - NCT07199426Recruiting
Physical-Cognitive Training for Older Adults
This trial tests a program that combines physical exercise with mental activities to see if it can help older adults stay healthy. It is for people who can walk on their own and do not have serious memory or health problems.
Istanbul, BeykozAges 70 years+ - NCT07203443Recruiting
How children and families cope after traumatic events
This study looks at how children and their families cope with the trauma of the November 13, 2015 attacks in France. It compares families who were directly exposed to those who were not, to understand how resilience and emotional health are passed between generations.
CaenAges 9 years+ - NCT07207174Recruiting
Mindfulness vs CBT for chronic pain relief
This study compares two non-drug treatments—mindfulness training and cognitive-behavioral therapy—to see which helps adults with chronic pain better. Both aim to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07208019Recruiting
Electroacupuncture for memory and thinking after stroke
This study tests whether electroacupuncture (using tiny electric pulses through thin needles) can help improve memory, focus, and thinking after a stroke. If you have mild to moderate thinking problems after a stroke, this treatment may help support your recovery.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 35–80 - NCT07217652Recruiting
Brain study on mental flexibility
This study uses MRI scans to understand how a part of the brain called the mediodorsal thalamus helps you switch between tasks and adapt to new situations. It aims to learn more about cognitive flexibility in healthy adults.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–35 - NCT07231497RecruitingPhase 3
Cognitive training for early psychosis
This study tests whether a medication called modafinil can help improve thinking skills in people who have early psychosis. Participants will also do computer-based cognitive exercises. The goal is to see if combining the medication with training boosts memory, attention, and problem-solving.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–35 - NCT07236190RecruitingPhase 2
Using brain markers to test NPC-1 for Alzheimer's
This trial tests whether NPC-1, a new drug, can help people with early memory changes or Alzheimer's. Your blood or PET scan will show if you have Alzheimer's-related brain changes, which is required for this study.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 55 years+ - NCT07236216Recruiting
Brain stimulation with walking training for stroke recovery
This study tests if combining brain stimulation (tES) with a walking training program can improve thinking, movement, and brain activity in stroke survivors. You may benefit if you have some walking ability and no major health risks.
Nakhon PathomAges 18–80 - NCT07238192Recruiting
Testing a therapy to reduce suicide risk in veterans with PTSD
This trial is testing whether a therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), given in an intensive format, can reduce suicide risk in veterans and active duty service members with PTSD. It aims to see if this approach is more effective than standard care at preventing suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
Fort Hood, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07240792Recruiting
CBT for rural high school students with stress or mood issues
This study provides free cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) sessions led by college students to help rural high school students manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, or stress. It aims to see if this type of talk therapy can improve emotional well-being.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 13–18 - NCT07248566Recruiting
Brain and body training for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a therapy that combines thinking, sensing, and movement exercises for children with cerebral palsy. It aims to improve motor skills and daily function.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT07250061Recruiting
Self-help PTSD program for women veterans
This study tests a self-guided program to help women veterans with PTSD. You would work through coping skills on your own, with support from a group of other women veterans.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07383311Recruiting
Memory, sleep, and a natural supplement
This trial tests whether a natural substance (from wheat germ) that boosts a process called autophagy can help improve sleep in people who are worried about their memory or have mild memory problems but do not have dementia.
Greifswald, Mecklenburg-VorpommernAges 55–70 - NCT06398990Recruiting
Cognitive exercise therapy vs. yoga for teen period pain
This study compares two non-drug treatments—a cognitive exercise therapy approach and yoga—to see which helps reduce pain and improve quality of life in teenagers with period pain. If you are between 10 and 19, have moderate to severe menstrual cramps, and have never given birth, you may be eligible.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 10–19 - NCT07267416Recruiting
Monitoring to prevent confusion after heart surgery
This trial uses brain monitoring during heart surgery to try to prevent post-surgery confusion or memory problems. It may help if you are having valve repair or bypass surgery.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT07268079Recruiting
Testing a VR app for brain and thinking skills
This study is testing a virtual reality app called VIRADIA to see if it can help check brain and thinking skills. Doctors are looking for people with and without a neurological condition like Parkinson's or multiple sclerosis to take part.
Nitra, Nitra RegionAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognition?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,028 recruiting cognition 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 cognition 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 cognition 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.