Clinical trials
Communication clinical trials
Below are recruiting communication clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 281 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06977555Enrolling by invitation
Talking with ICU patients on a breathing machine
This study looks at how nurses and doctors communicate with patients who are awake but on a breathing machine (ventilator) in the intensive care unit (ICU). The goal is to improve communication and make the experience better for patients.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT06654310Enrolling by invitation
Communication in surgery study
This trial looks at how surgeons and trainees talk with each other. It may help improve surgical education.
Madison, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT05987774Recruiting
AI program to improve social conversation skills in autism
This study tests a computer-based AI program that helps people with autism practice and improve social conversation skills. It's designed for those who can already speak in sentences but want to get better at specific areas like empathy.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 3–35 - NCT07089953Recruiting
Does the doctor's computer use affect your visit?
This study looks at whether a small change in how doctors use electronic health records can improve how compassionate and professional they seem during your clinic visit. If you join, you would fill out a short survey after your appointment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06042621Enrolling by invitation
Improving communication in the ICU for patients, families, and staff
This study looks at how doctors, nurses, and other healthcare team members talk with patients and their families in the intensive care unit (ICU). It aims to improve understanding and support for everyone involved.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05509998Enrolling by invitation
Improving early care for untreated psychosis
This trial looks at ways to help people get treatment sooner after psychosis starts. It focuses on how screening and better communication across care teams may reduce the time before treatment begins.
New York, New YorkAges 12–30 - NCT06619366Recruiting
Guided risk talk to prevent major depression
This study tests if talking with a coach about your personal risk of depression can help prevent it. You may be eligible if you are at higher risk but currently well.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18–65 - NCT07672067Recruiting
Talking about sexuality with your teen
This study tests a program to help parents talk with their teen sons about sexuality. It may help families feel more comfortable discussing important topics.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–100 - NCT07120191Recruiting
My Connect Post-Op study for joint replacement patients
This trial tests a smartphone tool to help communicate with your care team after knee or hip replacement surgery. It aims to improve your recovery experience.
Wichita, KansasAges 22–80 - NCT06926062Recruiting
Improving HPV vaccine communication in pharmacies
This study looks at whether training pharmacy staff in communication and vaccination workflows can improve HPV vaccine recommendations and uptake. If you are a parent or guardian of a child aged 9–17 who has not yet completed the HPV vaccine series, you may be eligible to participate.
University Park, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07730164Recruiting
One-Page Guide for Cancer Conversations
This study tests a simple one-page guide to help doctors have better conversations about cancer with their patients. It may help both doctors and patients feel more comfortable when sharing or receiving hard news.
TaoyuanAges Any age - NCT07599462Recruiting
Better Communication for People Who Use Cigarettes and E-Cigarettes
This study tests new ways to talk with people about quitting or reducing cigarettes and e-cigarettes. Researchers want to understand what communication approaches work best for people using both products.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07627646Recruiting
Robot-Assisted Learning for Nursing Mental Health Skills
This study tests whether learning with a robot helps nursing students improve their communication skills, emotional understanding, and professional confidence in mental health care. You'd participate in robot-based simulation sessions alongside your regular coursework.
DammamAges 17–27 - NCT07143487Recruiting
Family communication after genetic testing for colon cancer
This trial studies how patients with newly diagnosed colon cancer share genetic test results with their family members. It aims to improve communication and support after learning about hereditary risk.
Anchorage, AlaskaAges 18 years+ - NCT07173049Recruiting
Speech help for kids using a communication board
This study tests whether a communication board can help children with cerebral palsy or similar conditions speak more clearly. It is designed for kids who have trouble being understood but can still say a few words.
Madison, WisconsinAges 7–17 - NCT04199299Recruiting
Communication sensors for people who can’t express needs clearly
This trial tests a wearable sensor system that may help people who have difficulty communicating their needs clearly. It may capture signals from the body so caregivers and devices can better understand reactions and needs.
OsloAges 5–80 - NCT04567121Recruiting
Online lifestyle program to lower common health risk factors
This trial tests an internet-based coaching program to help people with lifestyle-related risk factors (like high blood pressure, diabetes risk, smoking, or fatty liver) improve their health. It may help you better manage risk factors that can lead to heart and other long-term diseases.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 25 years+ - NCT05456841Recruiting
Empathic communication training for lung cancer care
This trial tests whether training healthcare providers in empathetic communication improves their interactions with people receiving lung cancer care. You may be invited because your doctor’s clinic is participating and you meet the patient and language requirements.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT05738278Recruiting
Care changes guided by heart rate in non-speaking autistic people
This study tests whether using a person’s heart rate to guide care can improve day-to-day support for autistic people who do not communicate verbally. It’s aimed at people who live in a care home or attend a staffed day program most days of the week.
OsloAges 5–70 - NCT05808478Recruiting
Eye-tracking tool for kids who cannot speak well
This trial tests an eye-tracking technology that lets children communicate by using where they look on a screen. It may help children with severe communication needs do tasks and use simple functions without needing speech or hand control.
MessinaAges 3–17 - NCT05962359Recruiting
Personalized coaching for language in young children with hearing loss
This trial tests a language program designed for young children with hearing loss who are getting cochlear implants. It aims to improve how well children understand and use spoken language, by using a “prediction” approach to tailor support.
Chicago, IllinoisAges birth–5 years - NCT06168604Recruiting
Pain communication toolkit for dementia caregivers
This trial tests a toolkit to help caregivers of adults with dementia and chronic pain better identify and communicate about their loved one's pain. You and the person you care for may join if you meet the listed requirements.
New York, New YorkAges 21 years+ - NCT06191198RecruitingPhase 2
Communication Bridge 3: Speech therapy for PPA
This study tests a web-based speech therapy program called Communication Bridge for people with Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) and their communication partners. The goal is to improve communication skills and quality of life.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–100 - NCT06208332RecruitingPhase 2
Communication support for kids with severe neurological needs
This study tests a new communication program to help families and doctors talk about what matters most to your child with a severe neurological condition. It is for hospitalized children ages 6 months to 25 years old, who have had their condition for more than 6 months.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 6 months+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for communication?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 281 recruiting communication 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 communication 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 communication 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.