Clinical trials
Emotional Dysregulation clinical trials
Below are recruiting emotional dysregulation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 14 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07565129Recruiting
Mixed Reality Therapy for Eating Disorder Risk in Teens and Young Adults
This study tests a new virtual-reality based therapy called Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)—which teaches skills to manage difficult emotions—to help teenagers and young adults who show early warning signs of eating disorders. The goal is to prevent eating disorders from developing by improving how you handle emotions.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 13–35 - NCT05712057Recruiting
Brain stimulation vs therapy for emotion regulation problems
This trial compares a type of brain stimulation (rTMS) to therapy to help people better manage strong emotions. You may be eligible if you have ongoing difficulties with emotion control and meet specific mood, anxiety, or related symptom criteria.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–55 - NCT06733883Recruiting
Music therapy for teens with emotional difficulties
This trial tests if music therapy can help adolescents aged 13 to 18 who are struggling with emotional challenges. If you join, you may attend music therapy sessions that could improve how you feel.
Oslo, NydalenAges 13–18 - NCT03846375Recruiting
Therapy trial for self-harm and suicidal thoughts
This study looks at emotional regulation during and alongside standard outpatient dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for people who have self-harmed or had suicidal thoughts. It may help the team understand which emotions or patterns change with treatment.
BergenAges 18–65 - NCT06577675Recruiting
DBT group therapy for emotional dysregulation
This study tests a group therapy program (DBT) for people who have trouble managing their emotions. It includes those with different diagnoses (like borderline disorder, bipolar disorder, or PTSD) and aims to see how they improve over time.
Saint-Etienne, Saint Priest En JarezAges 18–65 - NCT07364799Recruiting
Sound therapy for stress in detained teens
This trial tests a multi-sensory therapy called SoundHeal for teens in juvenile detention. It uses sound and vibration to help with stress, anxiety, depression, or substance use.
San Luis Obispo, CaliforniaAges 12–18 - NCT05133804RecruitingPhase 2
Testing two medications for PTSD attention and emotions
This Phase 2 study tests whether reboxetine or methylphenidate can improve attention and emotional or sensory problems in adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). You may be eligible if you have a confirmed PTSD diagnosis and are able to meet medication and safety requirements.
AfulaAges 20–60 - NCT07040462Recruiting
Parent-child therapy after the 2023 Turkish earthquake
This study tests a therapy for young children (ages 3–6) and their parents who lived through the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake. It aims to help kids heal from trauma by improving the parent-child bond through weekly sessions.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 3–65 - NCT06963801Recruiting
DBT for emotional challenges during pregnancy
This study tests whether a therapy called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can help pregnant people who struggle with strong emotions. If you are at least 12 weeks pregnant and find it hard to manage your feelings, you may be able to join.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–45 - NCT05440214Recruiting
Therapy to reduce suicide risk in people with psychosis
This trial tests an approach aimed at emotional ups-and-downs to help lower suicide risk in people who have psychosis and are at higher risk for suicidal thoughts or behaviors. If you qualify, you would get outpatient mental health care while participating in the study.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07273695Recruiting
Real-world treatment effects for kids with ADHD or behavior issues
This study looks at how well treatments work in real life for children with ADHD, emotional outbursts, or behavior problems. It helps doctors understand what truly helps kids in daily life.
Bosisio Parini, LeccoAges 8–15 - NCT07595614Recruiting
Weekly Writing to Track Recovery Progress in Substance Use
This study asks men in residential treatment for substance use to write weekly reflections about their recovery. Researchers will analyze these writings to better understand how people progress through treatment and improve how clinicians support recovery.
Potrerillos, JaliscoAges 18 years+ - NCT07607730Recruiting
Group therapy for emotion control in teens with Prader-Willi syndrome
This study tests a group therapy program designed to help teenagers with Prader-Willi syndrome (a genetic condition) learn better emotional control and regulation skills. Your teen and family would attend weekly group sessions to practice tools for managing emotions like anger or frustration.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 13–17 - NCT07624448Recruiting
Group therapy for autism, intellectual disability, and emotional struggles
This study tests a group therapy program for children ages 8–12 who have autism and intellectual disability and struggle with managing their emotions. The therapy meets twice weekly and includes both the child and their caregiver, with the goal of helping them learn better ways to handle big feelings.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 8–12
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for emotional dysregulation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 14 recruiting emotional dysregulation 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 emotional dysregulation 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 emotional dysregulation 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.