Clinical trials
Cognitive Functioning clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognitive functioning clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 315 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07536503Recruiting
How Sleep Quality Affects Thinking and Function in MS
This study looks at whether better sleep helps people with multiple sclerosis (MS) think more clearly and stay more physically active. Researchers will measure your sleep quality and test your memory and everyday abilities to see if they're connected.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT06850350Recruiting
Long COVID and Thinking & Walking
This study looks at how Long COVID affects thinking and movement skills. If you had COVID-19 more than 3 months ago and could walk before you got sick, you may be able to help researchers understand these lasting symptoms.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06634147Recruiting
Exercise program to prevent decline in hospitalized older adults
This study is testing a gentle exercise program for older adults (75+) while they are in the hospital. The goal is to see if it helps prevent loss of strength, memory, or thinking skills.
Pamplona, NavarreAges 75 years+ - NCT06236919Recruiting
Virtual reality for emotional regulation in kids and teens
This study tests a virtual reality program designed to help children and teens learn to manage their emotions. It's offered in schools and aims to improve emotional regulation skills.
BarcelonaAges 10–16 - NCT07145294RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell therapy to improve thinking after stroke
This trial tests whether tiny particles from stem cells can help people recover thinking and memory after a recent stroke. Doctors will check if the treatment is safe and if it boosts brain function.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07451821Recruiting
Thinking and attention in functional neurological disorder
This study looks at a condition called 'cognitive disengagement syndrome' in people with Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (also known as conversion disorder). Researchers want to understand how thinking and attention may be affected, and they need both people with the disorder and healthy volunteers to participate.
Elâzığ, ElâzığAges 18–65 - NCT07424365Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for thinking skills in health and Parkinson's
This study explores whether vagus nerve stimulation (a gentle electrical pulse that travels through a nerve in your ear) can boost thinking and decision-making skills in healthy people and those with Parkinson's disease. It involves a noninvasive device that stimulates the ear, and you may participate if you meet certain health criteria.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT06756139Recruiting
Mobile app therapy for stubborn stomach upset
This study tests if a mobile app teaching cognitive behavioral therapy (a way to change thinking patterns) can help people with stubborn stomach pain or discomfort. It might benefit those whose symptoms haven't improved with usual medicines.
Haikou, HainanAges 18–80 - NCT07434037Recruiting
Trust and the brain in Down syndrome and Fragile X
This study explores how people with Down syndrome or Fragile X syndrome learn to trust others. It uses simple tasks and a brain scan (MRI) to compare their responses with those of typically developing children and young adults.
BronAges 3–29 - NCT06321965Recruiting
Study of SMA in Children on SMN-Boosting Therapies
This study is looking for children and teens with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who are already on a treatment like Spinraza, Evrysdi, or Zolgensma. The goal is to understand different forms of SMA and how the treatment affects them over time.
Bron, RhoneAges birth–16 years - NCT06981897Enrolling by invitation
Early cognitive rehab for moderate brain injury recovery
This trial tests whether starting cognitive rehabilitation early after a moderate traumatic brain injury helps improve thinking, memory, and daily function. If you're an adult with a moderate brain injury who is medically stable, this study may help you regain skills faster.
Cairo, ManialAges 18 years+ - NCT07497334Recruiting
Improving functional outcomes in cognitively frail older adults
This study tests a program combining cognitive exercises, physical activity, and brain stimulation to improve daily function and thinking in older adults with mild cognitive or physical frailty. The goal is to help you stay independent and improve your quality of life.
Hong KongAges 60–90 - NCT07464613Recruiting
Social thinking in severe alcohol use disorder
This study looks at how people with severe alcohol use disorder process social information, like understanding others' emotions or intentions. It uses brain imaging (MRI) and tests on a smartphone. The goal is to learn more about social cognition in recovery.
Reims, ReimsAges 18–65 - NCT07316543Recruiting
Cognitive rehab for veterans with PNES
This study tests a cognitive rehabilitation program designed to help veterans with psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) who are having trouble with thinking and memory. The program is done remotely from home using a computer and internet.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT05830942Recruiting
Training walks plus brain stimulation for thinking skills in older adults
This study tests whether a structured walking exercise, combined with brain stimulation and brain scans, can improve or slow decline in thinking skills. It’s aimed at older adults who notice memory or confusion getting worse.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 65 years+ - NCT07041502Recruiting
Aut-CARE: Helping young autistic adults think and feel better
This study tests an online program for young adults (16-30) with autism to help them think more clearly, solve problems, and manage emotions. It's designed for people without intellectual disability who already attend services at the Friends Foundation.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 16–30 - NCT06436209Recruiting
Brain study on thinking and attention
This study uses brain scans to see how the front part of the brain controls attention and thinking. If you are right-handed and healthy, you may help researchers learn more about how the brain works.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–35 - NCT02914951Enrolling by invitation
Therapy to reduce irritability in children with autism
This trial studies whether cognitive-behavioral therapy (a structured talk therapy) can reduce irritability and anger outbursts in children with autism. It may help improve day-to-day behavior by teaching coping skills and reducing problem reactions.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 8–16 - NCT07585864Recruiting
Home Activity Monitoring for Older Women
This study uses sensors in your home to track how you perform everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning. Researchers want to better understand how older adults stay active and independent in their daily lives.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 75 years+ - NCT06354790Recruiting
LAMA2-related dystrophy natural history study in children
This study follows children with LAMA2-related muscular dystrophy to learn how the condition changes over time. It does not test a new treatment, but helps researchers understand the disease better.
GarchesAges 2–15 - NCT07550140Recruiting
Brain Imaging Study on Diet and Thinking in Older Adults
This study looks at how diet affects thinking and memory in people aged 60–80 who have mild memory concerns. Researchers will use brain imaging (MRI scans) to see if certain foods or nutrients help protect brain health.
Reading, BerkshireAges 60–80 - NCT06151015Recruiting
Dietary nitrate and calorie restriction for brain health
This study tests whether eating foods rich in dietary nitrates (like beets) combined with reducing calorie intake improves memory and blood vessel function in older adults.
Nottingham, NottinghamshireAges 60–75 - NCT07530757Recruiting
SuperCAP: An App Program to Help Post-COVID Brain Fog
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help people with long-COVID improve their thinking and daily activities. You'll use the app about 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week, to work on cognitive skills and functioning.
Badalona, BarcelonaAges 18–65 - NCT07348406RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Snacks and brain health for older adults
This trial is testing whether eating nuts can help brain health in adults over 50. You will be randomly assigned to add nuts to your diet or not, and researchers will check for changes in thinking and memory.
Lubbock, TexasAges 50 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognitive functioning?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 315 recruiting cognitive functioning 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 cognitive functioning 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 cognitive functioning 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.