Clinical trials
Cognitive clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognitive clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,031 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03769259Enrolling by invitation
Therapy for recent suicidal thoughts or attempts
This study tests a brief counseling approach based on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people who are dealing with suicidal thoughts or a recent suicide attempt. It’s offered in outpatient care and aims to see whether this shorter therapy works for improving safety and coping.
Jacksonville, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04962061Recruiting
Multidomain program to help prevent memory decline
This trial tests a combined lifestyle/health program to help prevent thinking and memory problems in older adults with cardiovascular risk factors. It may help by improving activity, health habits, and overall brain health over time.
Montreal, QuebecAges 60 years+ - NCT05294068Recruiting
Study barriers to physical activity in aging with disabilities
This study looks at what makes it hard or easier for people with cognitive, physical movement, or sensory (hearing/vision) impairments to be active as they age. It may help improve support and services for physical activity at a rehabilitation/parasport clinic.
GarchesAges 6 years+ - NCT07667985Recruiting
Cognitive Reserve and Recovery from Fatigue in Older Adults
This study looks at how life experiences and education (cognitive reserve) help older adults bounce back from mental fatigue. Researchers want to find out if higher cognitive reserve leads to faster recovery after tiredness, which could improve quality of life.
Uşak, UşakAges 65–90 - NCT07109830Recruiting
Brain-computer game for thinking skills in kids
This study tests a brain-computer game that uses brain waves to measure thinking skills in kids ages 7-16 with or without movement challenges. The goal is to see if the game can help evaluate cognitive abilities in a fun way.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 7–16 - NCT02613546Recruiting
Cognitive therapy for sexual difficulties in women
This trial studies whether cognitive behavioral therapy (a structured talk-therapy approach) can improve sexual problems. You may be eligible if your sexual function score is low, but not if you have moderate or severe depression/anxiety symptoms or start hormone therapy after beginning the group sessions.
Salvador, Estado de BahiaAges 18–59 - NCT06777277Recruiting
Couple therapy for low sexual desire or arousal
This study tests a type of talk therapy for couples where one partner has a sexual interest/arousal disorder (low desire or difficulty getting aroused). The therapy helps partners work together to improve their sexual relationship.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06517706Recruiting
Studying brain health after COVID-19
This study looks at how COVID-19 affects thinking and memory. It aims to understand and help people who still have brain fog or other cognitive issues after their infection.
Nicosia, CyprusAges 25–60 - NCT06330090Recruiting
Thinking skills development in young children
This study looks at how thinking skills like memory, attention, and problem-solving grow in healthy children ages 7 to 10. It will help researchers understand normal brain development. There is an optional brain imaging part for children ages 8 to 10.
NijmegenAges 7–13 - NCT06423118Recruiting
Sleep apnea and thinking skills in older adults
This study looks at how sleep apnea affects thinking and memory in older adults. If you join, you'll wear comfortable, non-invasive sensors overnight to monitor your sleep and breathing patterns.
Toronto, OntarioAges 55–85 - NCT03582709Enrolling by invitation
Study how sitting time affects kids’ thinking and heart health
This study looks at how much children sit each day and how it relates to thinking skills and cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) health. It may help researchers understand which lifestyle patterns are linked to better or worse health outcomes in children.
Ages 7–12 - NCT07419633Recruiting
Study on supplements to improve strength and thinking in older adults
This trial tests if two supplements, HMB and 2-HOBA, taken alone or together, can help improve muscle strength and mental function in healthy adults over 65. The goal is to see if these supplements can improve overall quality of life.
Montreal, QuebecAges 65 years+ - NCT05138588Recruiting
rTMS for thinking ups and downs in Lewy body dementia
This study tests whether repeat rTMS sessions can improve thinking “fluctuations” (noticeable ups and downs) in people with Lewy body dementia. It’s a proof-of-concept trial, meaning it’s mainly to see if the approach is feasible and potentially helpful.
StrasbourgAges 45 years+ - NCT07636694Recruiting
Brain Stimulation and Thinking Pattern Training for Depression
This study tests whether combining two treatments—magnetic brain stimulation (rTMS) and a computer program that helps retrain thought patterns—can reduce depression symptoms. You'll receive these treatments either together or one after the other to see which approach works best.
Quarry Bay, Hong Kong IslandAges Any age - NCT06102941Recruiting
Cognitive training for OCD in kids aged 8 to 12
This study tests a cognitive training program to help young children with OCD. It's designed for kids whose OCD is their main problem and who are not currently on medication or in other therapy.
New York, New YorkAges 8–12 - NCT07116161Recruiting
Exercise and counseling for fatigue in female breast cancer patients
This trial tests if combining exercise with cognitive behavioral therapy (counseling) can help reduce fatigue in women with breast cancer. You may be able to join if you have completed your initial treatments and still feel tired.
SingaporeAges 21 years+ - NCT06715995Recruiting
Light stimulation's effect on brain waves in healthy older adults
This trial tests if a special light (gamma light) can change brain wave patterns in healthy adults over 55. It aims to understand how light might help keep the brain sharp.
Taoyuan, GuishanAges 55 years+ - NCT07586553Recruiting
Walking Test Study for Older Adults With Memory Concerns
This study tests a special walking pattern called the figure-of-8 walk in older adults who are noticing memory problems but don't have dementia yet. Researchers want to understand how walking ability connects to thinking and memory changes.
Balıkesir, BigadiçAges 65 years+ - NCT07272174Recruiting
Exercise during perimenopause to boost thinking and memory
This trial tests whether a strength-training program can help improve memory and thinking for women going through perimenopause. If you are between 40 and 55, still have your uterus, and notice changes in your memory, you may be able to join.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 40–55 - NCT06456931Recruiting
Buddhist vs. secular mindfulness for lingering depression
This study compares two types of mindfulness training for people with lingering depression symptoms (not fully recovered). One uses traditional Buddhist meditation, the other uses a common secular approach. It aims to see which helps reduce residual depression better.
Ragama, GampahaAges 18 years+ - NCT06420544Recruiting
Japi: Brain and Social Skills Program for Preschoolers
This trial tests a program called Japi that helps preschool children improve their thinking, feelings, and social skills. It's for schools in Santiago, Chile, that serve many students with economic challenges.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 3–5 - NCT07188597Recruiting
Therapy to help prevent first episode of psychosis
This trial tests a culturally adapted talking therapy to help young people who are at risk of having their first episode of psychosis. If you are between 16 and 35, have some early warning signs but no history of psychosis, this study might be a good fit.
Karachi, SindhAges 16–35 - NCT07505914Recruiting
Breathing exercises for better thinking in older adults
This trial tests whether simple breathing exercises can improve memory and thinking skills in adults aged 65 and older. You would attend two sessions each week for 8 weeks.
IstanbulAges 65 years+ - NCT07449078Recruiting
Cognitive functional therapy for chronic ankle sprain
This trial tests a type of talk therapy that teaches you new ways to move and think about your ankle. It may help people who have ongoing pain or instability from an old sprain.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognitive?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,031 recruiting cognitive 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 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 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.