Clinical trials
Cognitive Health clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognitive health clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 271 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07420426Recruiting
Smartphone therapy for memory and mood problems
This trial tests a therapy program delivered by text or voice message on your smartphone. It's designed to help people with mild memory problems manage mood or behavior changes.
Hong KongAges 50 years+ - NCT07245134Recruiting
Virtual Reality Therapy for OCD in Hospital
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) therapy can help people with OCD feel better. You will try a VR program designed to reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors while staying in a hospital setting.
KlecanyAges 17–55 - NCT07169630RecruitingPhase 1
PET scan study for Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment
This study uses a special PET scan to look at a brain protein called PDE4 in people with Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment. It may help researchers understand how this protein is involved in memory and thinking problems.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 50–100 - NCT04935619Recruiting
Testing cannabis abstinence effects in depression symptoms
This study looks at how stopping cannabis for a period of time may affect depression symptoms and thinking/memory. You might benefit by getting close monitoring of mood and cognition while researchers compare changes during cannabis abstinence.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–55 - NCT06986096Recruiting
Brain health through diet and exercise
This study tests whether a healthy lifestyle program—combining nutrition advice and exercise training—can help protect brain health in people with early memory problems. It may be a good fit if you have mild cognitive concerns and are ready to make positive changes.
Bratislava, Bratislava RegionAges 60–80 - NCT06588894Recruiting
Motor imagery and body awareness in type 2 diabetes
This study looks at how well people with type 2 diabetes can imagine movements, sense their body, and think clearly. It aims to understand how these abilities are affected by diabetes.
Kütahya, CentralAges 18–65 - NCT07284446Recruiting
Depression, memory, and outcomes in heart failure patients
This study looks at how depression and memory problems affect recovery in people hospitalized with worsening chronic heart failure. It aims to find better ways to support patients during their hospital stay.
KaunasAges 18–85 - NCT07436117Recruiting
AI avatar therapy for depression at work
This study tests whether talking with an AI-powered virtual avatar can help reduce depression and keep you at work. It is designed for people currently experiencing depressive symptoms who are not already in therapy.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06991166Recruiting
A therapy study for new mothers with depression whose baby is in the NICU
This study tests a new talk therapy program to help new mothers with depression whose babies are in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). You may join if you gave birth in the last year and have signs of depression, like a diagnosis or certain feelings.
Hackensack, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06802159Recruiting
Rehabilitation methods for stroke-related neglect
This study tests different therapy methods to help people who have trouble paying attention to one side of the world after a stroke. It aims to find which approach works best for improving this 'neglect' and helping you get back to daily activities.
Moscow, MoscowAges 18–80 - NCT06871397Recruiting
Online support program for well-being in early pregnancy
This study tests an online program designed to help pregnant women feel better emotionally and mentally. It includes lessons and support you can access from your phone.
Reus, TarragonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06635486Recruiting
Mental health support for Venezuelans in Lima
This study offers mental health support to Venezuelan adults living in Lima who are feeling anxious, depressed, or have experienced trauma. It will check if you have signs of depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress and provide help if you do.
LimaAges 18 years+ - NCT06529744Recruiting
Using blood tests to better diagnose early dementia
This study is testing whether simple blood tests can help doctors better understand the type and progression of memory or thinking problems in people with early dementia. It aims to improve confidence in the diagnosis and future outlook.
North York, OntarioAges 30–95 - NCT06105307Enrolling by invitation
Improving sleep and fatigue for night shift RNs
This trial uses mobile technology and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help night shift nurses improve their sleep and reduce fatigue. If you work night shifts and have a smartphone, you may be eligible to join.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05495087Recruiting
Breathing low-oxygen air to test brain benefits in mild memory loss
This study tests whether breathing controlled low-oxygen air (through a disposable face mask) can improve brain function in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). You’d be randomly assigned to the real treatment or a sham (placebo-like) control, and you’d need multiple lab visits.
Fort Worth, TexasAges 55–79 - NCT06618807Recruiting
Infrared light for memory loss in mild cognitive impairment
This study tests whether shining a gentle infrared light on the head can help people with mild memory loss (MCI) improve their thinking and memory. It is designed for those who have mild cognitive impairment due to early Alzheimer's disease.
Toronto, OntarioAges 50 years+ - NCT07646782Recruiting
Human Observatory Study: Aging and Longevity Research
This study observes how people age over time to better understand what helps people live longer and healthier lives. You'll share health information through surveys or online screening, and researchers will track changes in your health and wellbeing.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06923423Recruiting
Cognitive processing therapy for drug use and trauma in prison
This study tests if a type of therapy called cognitive processing therapy (CPT) can help people in prison who have both a drug use problem and trauma-related stress. If you qualify, you would receive CPT and be compared to those getting usual care.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07557368Recruiting
Gamified games to help with thinking and recovery in schizophrenia
This study tests whether playing structured games on a phone or tablet can help people with schizophrenia improve their thinking skills, memory, and social confidence while in the hospital. The games are designed to be engaging and therapeutic.
ShanghaiAges 18–45 - 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 - 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 - NCT06953687Recruiting
Shared decision making for PTSD treatment in active duty military
This trial tests a shared decision-making approach to help active duty military members with PTSD choose the best treatment for them. You and your doctor will work together to decide on a plan that fits your needs and values.
Fort Hood, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06441136Recruiting
Study on age-related voice changes and social life
This trial studies how age-related voice changes (presbyphonia) affect social interactions and daily life. You may be eligible if you have thinning of the vocal cords and can complete voice assessments and questionnaires.
Iowa City, IowaAges 65 years+ - NCT06783283Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve memory in mild cognitive impairment
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical brain stimulation technique called tACS can improve working memory in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). If you have MCI due to early Alzheimer's, this study may help find new ways to boost memory.
Toronto, OntarioAges 60 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognitive health?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 271 recruiting cognitive health 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 health 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 health 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.