Clinical trials
Cognition clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognition clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,979 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06615115Recruiting
Focus instructions for balance in Parkinson's rehab
This study looks at whether different types of instructions (like focusing on your movements) can help improve balance for people with Parkinson's. It might help you move better and feel more steady.
IstanbulAges 50–70 - NCT06818864RecruitingPhase 1
Deep brain stimulation for memory after brain injury
This trial tests if deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve memory and thinking for people who have had a traumatic brain injury. DBS uses a small device placed in the brain to send gentle electrical pulses.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–70 - NCT05263297Recruiting
Testing two ways to reduce anxiety during blood draws
This study compares two combined programs to help children feel less stressed during a blood draw. It uses simple, child-friendly activities to see which approach works better for coping during the procedure.
KaramanAges 8–10 - NCT07414680Recruiting
Healthy aging study for adults 40+ in Taiwan
This study looks at how to help people age healthily. It is for adults 40 and older who are connected to Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan. You will provide health information and may have some tests to track your well-being over time.
TaipeiAges 40 years+ - NCT07415707Recruiting
Reducing alcohol and taking probiotics for brain health in older adults
This study tests whether cutting back on alcohol and taking probiotics can improve memory and thinking in older adults who are heavy drinkers. If you are interested in drinking less, you may be able to join.
Miami, FloridaAges 65–84 - NCT06770010Recruiting
Digital brain training for kids with sickle cell disease
This trial is testing a digital program to help improve working memory (the ability to hold and use information in your mind) for children with sickle cell disease. If you join, you'll use a computer-based training program at home and researchers will see if it works and is easy to use.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 7–16 - NCT07399418Recruiting
Tracking risk in integrated Alzheimer's diagnosis
This study is looking for people with or at risk for Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers. It aims to track risk factors and improve diagnosis using a combination of tests and tools.
Montescano, Pavia, ItalyAges 50 years+ - NCT07401212Recruiting
Fiber-boosting program for parents of preschoolers
This study tests a program to help parents add more fiber to their preschooler's diet. It may be a good fit if your child eats less fiber than recommended and is generally healthy.
Reading, BerkshireAges 3–5 - NCT07399964Recruiting
Sleep treatment study for young people with insomnia
This study tests whether a type of talk therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can help reduce impulsivity and risk-taking in Chinese youth who have trouble sleeping. If you are aged 12 to 24 and have insomnia, you may be able to join.
Hong KongAges 12–24 - NCT07402681Recruiting
Tracking change in teens after trauma with weekly therapy
This study tests a type of talk therapy (TF-CBT) for teens who have been through trauma and still have upsetting symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, or strong anxiety. It focuses on tracking how symptoms change over time and offers weekly sessions with a supportive adult.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 12–18 - NCT05771844Recruiting
Home sleep treatment for older adults with memory changes
This study tests whether a home sleep therapy program can improve symptoms in older adults who have amnestic mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or help compare to people without MCI. It may be useful if your main issue is memory or thinking changes and you also have sleep problems.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 40–85 - NCT06767137Recruiting
Comparing two therapies for insomnia
This study compares two types of talk therapy — BRT (a brief version) and CBT-I (the standard approach) — to see which works better for people with insomnia. You would attend sessions and learn techniques to improve your sleep.
Bern, Canton of BernAges 18–80 - NCT07391540Recruiting
Internet therapy for financial stress
This trial tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) program for people feeling mild to moderate psychological symptoms because of money worries. It aims to see if online treatment can help reduce these symptoms.
Linköping, Östergötland CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07392944Recruiting
Exercise program for older adults in nursing homes
This trial tests a multicomponent exercise program for older adults living in nursing homes. The goal is to see if it improves physical function, thinking skills, and reduces falls risk.
PortoAges 65 years+ - NCT07396532Recruiting
iPad messages to prevent delirium after hip fracture surgery
This trial tests if audio-recorded messages played on an iPad can help prevent confusion (delirium) after hip fracture surgery in older adults. It is for people aged 60 and older who do not have a history of memory or thinking problems.
SingaporeAges 60 years+ - NCT07397858Recruiting
Brain stimulation for depression in young people
This study tests if a type of brain stimulation called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) can help treat depression in people aged 15 to 25. It involves a quick, non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to the head, and researchers want to see how it affects thinking and mood.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 15–25 - NCT07392515Recruiting
Digital rehab for hip fracture recovery in older adults
This trial tests whether a digital rehabilitation program can help older adults recover their thinking and movement skills after hip fracture surgery. It uses sensors and digital tools to guide therapy, making it easier to do from a rehabilitation ward.
Messina, ItalyAges 65–89 - NCT07390045Recruiting
Exercise and mental training for older cancer survivors
This study tests whether exercise and mental exercises can help older cancer survivors who notice memory or thinking problems. You'll take part in a program that combines physical activity with brain training to see if it improves your day-to-day life.
Rochester, New YorkAges 65 years+ - NCT07389213Recruiting
Can brain stimulation and hearing aids slow memory loss in older adults with hearing loss?
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (rTMS) combined with hearing aids can help slow down thinking and memory decline in older adults who have age-related hearing loss.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 50–85 - NCT07396220Enrolling by invitation
Psychotherapy with esketamine nasal spray for suicidal thoughts
This study tests combining a specific type of therapy (BCBT-SP) with esketamine nasal spray to help people with treatment-resistant depression who are having ongoing suicidal thoughts. The goal is to see if this combination can reduce suicidal ideation more effectively than either treatment alone.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06832839Recruiting
Cognitive impairment in moyamoya disease study
This study looks at why some people with moyamoya disease have trouble with thinking and memory. It may help find better ways to understand and treat these problems.
Beijing, ChinaAges 18–60 - NCT06021197RecruitingPhase 2
NMDA-enhancing treatment for cognitive symptoms in schizophrenia
This study tests a new treatment that may help with thinking and memory problems in people with schizophrenia. It is for people whose schizophrenia symptoms are stable and who are already on a steady medication.
TaichungAges 18–65 - NCT07388641Recruiting
Helping homeless-experienced veterans find work or training
This study helps veterans who have experienced homelessness and are now in stable housing reach their work, school, or training goals. It tests ways to improve community integration.
West Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07383324Recruiting
Heat stress study for people with schizophrenia
This study looks at how people with and without schizophrenia respond to heat stress. It aims to understand how heat affects the body, which may help improve safety and care during hot weather.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognition?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,979 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.