Clinical trials
Disruptive Behavior clinical trials
Below are recruiting disruptive behavior clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 19 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05591820Recruiting
Brief parent training for kids’ behavior at home
This study tests a short program that helps parents manage challenging behaviors in daily life. It may help families teach consistent routines and responses to behaviors like hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattention, or opposiveness.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 2–11 - NCT05926687RecruitingPhase 2
Support program for toddlers with autism-focused coaching
This study tests an intervention to help young autistic children improve social communication and manage behavior. Caregivers learn strategies to use at home, and the study is designed for toddlers who mainly hear English.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 1.5 years–4 years - NCT02812537Recruiting
Study of youth behavior after emergency visits for aggression
This study follows children and teens under 16 after they go to the emergency room for aggressive or unsafe behaviors such as violence, running away, or stealing. It aims to understand what happens next in their lives and how support might help.
BronAges Up to 16 years - NCT07505381Recruiting
Parent training for child behavior (ages 0-12)
This study tests two parent training programs (HOT DOCS and DOCS K-5) that teach skills to help manage young children's disruptive behavior. It's for caregivers or professionals who speak English or Spanish and care for a child up to 12 years old.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06241300Recruiting
Parenting program for kids with attention or behavior challenges
This study tests a parenting program called the Chicago Parent Program to see if it helps children ages 4–5 who have trouble with attention, self-control, or following directions. Families who join will either receive the program right away or be in a control group that doesn't get it at first.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4 years+ - NCT04946253Recruiting
Help in teams to improve care for kids with behavior problems
This study tests a program to help pediatric practice teams work together better, led by clinic leadership and managers, to support children’s behavioral health. Caregivers of children ages 5–12 with behavior problems may also be involved to connect care at home and in the clinic.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07750054RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Parenting check-up for young children
This study tests a parenting check-up program for parents of children aged 2 to 5. It aims to help parents support their child's behavior and development.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07734545RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Parenting young children check-up study
This trial tests a check-up program for parents of young children. It aims to help parents who are concerned about their child's behavior or emotions.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07469215Recruiting
Parent training with AI support for child behavior issues
This study tests a parent training program for children aged 5–12 with disruptive behaviors. Some parents will also get AI support. The goal is to see if AI helps improve the training's effects.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 5–12 - NCT06984809Recruiting
Invest in Play: a parent program for children with behavior problems
This study tests a new program called 'Invest in Play' that helps parents of children with behavior problems. The goal is to see if learning new ways to play and interact with your child can improve their behavior.
Bergen, FyllingdalenAges 18 years+ - NCT06902649Recruiting
Step-by-step: A new care model for kids with anger or behavior issues
This study tests a step-by-step care model for children aged 8 to 16 who struggle with anger, defiance, or aggressive behavior. The goal is to see if offering different levels of support can help families manage these behaviors effectively.
SolnaAges 8–16 - NCT06373484Recruiting
Matching treatment for kids with disruptive behavior and their parents
This study aims to find the best treatment approach for children with disruptive behavior by matching them to either group or individual therapy. It could help if your child struggles with behavior like defiance or conduct issues, and you're willing to participate in treatment.
Toronto, OntarioAges 6–12 - NCT03420339RecruitingPhase 4
Stimulant medicine effects on disruptive behavior in kids
This trial studies how ADHD stimulant medicine may change disruptive behaviors like aggression, tantrums, or refusing instructions. It may help clinicians understand whether stimulant dosing is supporting both ADHD symptoms and day-to-day behavior.
Iowa City, IowaAges 4–12 - NCT07091279RecruitingPhase 2
Test of Propranolol for Severe Behaviors in Autism
This study tests a medication called propranolol to see if it can reduce aggression and other severe behaviors in adolescents and adults with autism. It might be an option if you have frequent and serious challenging behaviors that other treatments haven't helped.
Staten Island, New YorkAges 12–40 - NCT06633406Enrolling by invitation
How anesthesia during pregnancy affects child development
This study looks at how being exposed to general anesthesia before birth might affect a child's thinking skills and brain development. It compares children who were exposed to anesthesia during a mother's surgery (like for appendicitis) with children who were not exposed, and also with children whose mothers had inflammatory bowel disease. The goal is to see if anesthesia plays a role in learning or emotional challenges later in childhood.
Bonheiden, AntwerpenAges 2–27 - NCT07515742Recruiting
Youth Peer Coaches Program for Students with Discipline Issues
This study trains young people who've had school discipline problems to become peer coaches—mentors who help other students. Researchers want to see if having peers who've faced similar challenges can help improve school behavior and relationships.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 10–15 - NCT07225010Recruiting
Video Parenting Program for Young Children with Behavior Problems
This study tests a special parenting program (Parent-Child Interaction Therapy) done through video calls. It aims to help children aged 2–6 with behavior problems and to strengthen family relationships.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 2–7 - NCT06346782Recruiting
Online parenting support for children with cancer
This study tests an online therapy program that helps parents manage challenging behaviors in children with cancer. If you join, you'll learn skills through video coaching sessions with a therapist, all from the comfort of your home.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges Any age - NCT07203014Enrolling by invitation
Parent-teacher partnership for kids with behavior challenges
This trial tests a program that helps parents and teachers work together to support preschool children who have behavioral challenges or need help with social-emotional skills.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age
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Disruptive Behavior trials by state
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for disruptive behavior?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 19 recruiting disruptive behavior 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 disruptive behavior 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 disruptive behavior 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.