Clinical trials
Cognitive clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognitive 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
- NCT06951919Recruiting
HOBSCOTCH study for memory help in MS
This trial tests a program called HOBSCOTCH to help people with MS who have memory or thinking problems. It also includes a caregiver who supports them.
Lebanon, New HampshireAges 20–75 - NCT06951932Recruiting
Do fatty acids help early memory loss?
This study tests whether a special oil (medium-chain fatty acids) can help people who were recently diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment. If you join, you'll take the oil and be checked to see if it slows down memory decline.
Alessandria, PiedmontAges 18–85 - NCT06956300Recruiting
TMS to help with thinking and memory in aging
This study uses a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called TMS to see if it can slow cognitive decline in older adults who are healthy or have very early signs of Alzheimer's disease. It aims to improve memory and thinking.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 40–99 - NCT06956417Recruiting
Memory rehab after concussion
This trial tests a memory rehabilitation program for people who have had a concussion and still have memory problems. It uses a computer, tablet, or smartphone to help improve memory.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–59 - NCT06962722Recruiting
Arm training to boost thinking in healthy older adults
This study tests whether a gentle arm movement training program can help keep your thinking skills sharp as you age. It's for healthy older adults who have no memory, heart, or other major health problems.
Derby, DerbyshireAges 65–85 - NCT06968312Recruiting
Hexadecanal added to therapy for PTSD
This trial tests if a natural substance called hexadecanal, when added to standard talk therapy (Cognitive Processing Therapy), can help treat PTSD. It's for adults who have been diagnosed with PTSD and are able to receive therapy at a specific clinic.
Tel AvivAges 18 years+ - NCT06974890Recruiting
Balance training for children with mild cognitive impairment
This study tests if special balance exercises can help improve walking, balance, and posture control in children with mild cognitive impairment. It may help your child move more confidently and safely.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06975280Recruiting
PTSD therapy for unaccompanied refugee teens in Greece
This study tests a talking therapy (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) to help unaccompanied refugee minors aged 15-18 who have PTSD or stress symptoms from trauma. It aims to see if the therapy reduces distress and helps them feel better.
AthensAges 15–18 - NCT06981351Recruiting
Matching addiction treatment to thinking skills in prison
This trial tests whether matching treatment to specific thinking and learning problems can help people in prison who have struggled with drugs or alcohol. If you join, you may get a program designed just for your needs.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18–55 - NCT06983301Recruiting
Brief CBT for teens with OCD in routine care
This study tests if a short form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help teens with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). If you are between 11 and 18 and OCD is your main problem, you might be able to join. You will get workbooks and exercises to do with your therapist.
Reading, BerkshireAges 11–18 - NCT06983769Recruiting
CPAP vs Mouthpiece for Sleep Apnea in Patients with Memory Issues
This study compares two treatments for sleep apnea (CPAP and a custom mouthpiece) to see which is better for patients who also have mild memory or thinking problems. Sleep apnea is a condition where breathing stops and starts during sleep. You may qualify if you have moderate-to-severe sleep apnea and mild cognitive impairment.
Kent Ridge, Please SelectAges 45 years+ - NCT06984367Recruiting
Tech and social support for mild memory problems
This trial tests a program that uses technology and community support to help people with mild cognitive impairment stay independent. It may improve memory and daily function.
AnconaAges 65 years+ - 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 - NCT06995443Recruiting
Can light therapy help 'chemo brain' after breast cancer?
This study tests whether a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) can help improve the 'chemo brain' – memory and thinking problems – that some women experience after breast cancer chemotherapy. If you've had memory issues since chemo and finished treatment within the past year, you may be able to join.
ValenciennesAges Any age - NCT06996015Recruiting
SNAGs and CBT for neck pain relief
This study tests whether combining two hands-on techniques (SNAGs and CBT) can reduce neck pain, improve head posture, and help you move better. It's for people with moderate neck pain that hasn't been treated recently.
Faisalabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–28 - NCT07000461Recruiting
Doppler test to predict memory problems after heart surgery
This study uses a noninvasive ultrasound test (transcranial Doppler) before heart surgery to see if it can help predict thinking or memory problems that may occur after the operation.
IstanbulAges 18–70 - NCT07002996Recruiting
Virtual reality memory training for mild cognitive impairment
This study tests whether a special memory training program using virtual reality can improve thinking skills in people with mild cognitive impairment. It may help slow memory loss and keep your mind sharper.
Verdun, QuebecAges 55 years+ - NCT07009223Recruiting
Lifestyle changes to prevent memory issues in depression
This study tests whether healthy lifestyle changes—like diet, exercise, or stress management—can help prevent memory and thinking problems in people with depression. It aims to find ways to protect your brain health as you age.
BresciaAges 50–80 - NCT07010536Recruiting
Virtual reality music therapy for stroke recovery
This study tests whether combining virtual reality games with music therapy can help improve thinking and movement skills in people who had a stroke within the last 6 months. It may be a good option if you are between 50 and 75 and can sit up and use your hearing and vision.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 50–75 - NCT07027072RecruitingPhase 2
Testing KDS2010 for early Alzheimer's memory loss
This study tests a new drug called KDS2010 for people with early Alzheimer's or mild memory loss. It aims to see if the drug can slow thinking and memory decline. You will need a caregiver to help with visits and must have a special brain scan showing amyloid plaques.
Gwangju, GwangjuAges 50–85 - NCT07039708Recruiting
Computer memory training for older adults
This trial tests a computer-based training program to help improve memory in older adults, whether they are healthy, have memory complaints, or have mild cognitive impairment. It aims to find strategies that might keep your mind sharp as you age.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 65 years+ - NCT07041450Recruiting
Screening for Alzheimer's treatment using digital tests and blood tests
This study is testing whether simple digital memory tests and blood tests can help find people who might qualify for anti-amyloid treatments (medications that target Alzheimer's-related proteins). It aims to make screening easier and faster, without needing a spinal tap or PET scan.
Greenfield Park, QuebecAges 55–90 - NCT07042087Recruiting
Brain health lifestyle study: timed eating and mindfulness
This study tests whether a combination of time-restricted eating and mindfulness can help protect brain health in people with early memory concerns. It lasts 9 months and includes regular guidance and support.
BrnoAges 60–80 - NCT07054333Recruiting
Pain regulation after online therapy for fibromyalgia
This study looks at how pain processing changes after internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for fibromyalgia. You will come to Karolinska Institutet for pain tests 3 to 4 times to help researchers understand if the therapy affects how your body handles pain.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognitive?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,028 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.