Clinical trials
Emotions clinical trials
Below are recruiting emotions clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 394 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05836688Recruiting
Biobehavioral program to help young testicular cancer survivors
This study tests a counseling-style (biobehavioral) program to help reduce upsetting outcomes in young adult testicular cancer survivors. It focuses on people who feel high distress after treatment and aims to improve well-being and coping.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18–39 - NCT05840198Recruiting
Dog-assisted therapy for youth in residential care
This study tests whether a structured therapy program with a canine (dog) can improve outcomes for youth receiving residential inpatient services. If you qualify, you would be asked to complete baseline tasks and, if assigned, attend at least one of the dog-therapy sessions over about 6 weeks.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 8–18 - NCT05863520Recruiting
Two school programs to help anxious autistic students
This study compares two school-based programs to reduce anxiety in autistic students ages 8–14. You may be able to help test which approach works better when delivered by trained school staff with caregiver involvement.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 7–15 - NCT05898516Recruiting
JoyPop mental health app for Indigenous teens on a waitlist
This trial studies a mobile mental health app called JoyPop for Indigenous teens (ages 12–17) who are waiting to get mental health support. It may help by offering accessible support while they wait for services.
Thunder Bay, OntarioAges 12–17 - NCT05930886Recruiting
Focus groups with diverse parents about child mental health
This study brings together Black and Hispanic/Latino parents or caregivers to discuss what it’s like to seek help for a child’s attention or emotional challenges. Your feedback helps researchers test whether a future treatment and support program would be practical and acceptable for families.
Portland, OregonAges 18–80 - NCT05942469Recruiting
Online study for emotion skills to prevent secondary trauma
This study tests an online program to help people regulate their emotions, aiming to reduce “secondary trauma” from their work. You may be able to join if you meet the simple eligibility needs below.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05970341Recruiting
Healthy food program for kidney disease and better kidney health
This trial tests whether a structured “eat well” food program—focused on kidney-friendly nutrition—can help people with early to mid-stage chronic kidney disease. It may help by supporting healthier day-to-day eating over at least 6 months.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05982223Recruiting
Integrative medicine for lymphoma survivors in early remission
This study explores how integrative medicine (such as nutrition, mind-body practices, or supplements) might help people recover and improve well-being after finishing lymphoma treatment. It is for patients who are in remission for less than one year.
HaifaAges 18 years+ - NCT05989451Recruiting
Talk therapy for depression and anxiety
This trial tests a type of talk therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) adapted to help people with emotional disorders like depression or anxiety. It aims to improve emotional regulation and reduce symptoms.
TaipeiAges 18–65 - NCT05991713Recruiting
GPS and brain study for healthy volunteers
This study uses a smartphone GPS app and brain scans (fMRI) to understand how daily emotions and movement patterns are connected. It may help researchers learn more about how people's environments affect their feelings.
Coral Gables, FloridaAges 18–50 - NCT05991154Recruiting
JoyPop app study for Indigenous young adults on a wait-list
This study tests a mobile app called JoyPop designed to help improve mental health and well-being. It is for Indigenous young adults who are waiting for counseling services at Dilico Anishinabek Family Care.
Thunder Bay, OntarioAges 18–25 - NCT06004804Recruiting
Video group therapy for chronic pain in older Veterans
This study tests whether group therapy sessions held over video can help older Veterans manage chronic muscle or joint pain. It focuses on teaching practical skills to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
West Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 60–95 - NCT06012045Recruiting
Cue exposure therapy for emotional eating
This study tests a new therapy that helps people who eat in response to negative emotions, like stress or sadness. It may help you break the link between feelings and overeating.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06099743Recruiting
ASCENT Support Program for Brain Tumor Patients
This trial tests a support program called ASCENT for people recently diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. It aims to help patients and their families adjust and manage challenges soon after diagnosis.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06101225Recruiting
Relaxation and guided imagery for school kids
This trial studies a relaxation and guided imagery program for children in 3rd and 4th grade. It aims to help students feel calmer and more focused in school.
LisbonAges 7–12 - NCT06122298Recruiting
Study on gambling, emotions, and rewards
This study looks at how gambling affects emotions and the brain's reward system. It compares people with gambling problems to healthy volunteers to better understand gambling addiction.
BronAges 18–65 - NCT06127342Recruiting
Exercise and emotional learning for PTSD
This study tests whether exercise can help people with PTSD learn to feel safer in their bodies. You will do some exercise sessions and emotional learning tasks, and have an MRI brain scan to see how your brain changes.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–64 - NCT06133231Recruiting
ADHD research with Black and Hispanic families
This study tests if a new approach to ADHD research works well with diverse families. It involves taking supplements and collecting samples at home to see how the body responds.
Portland, OregonAges 6–17 - NCT06136572Recruiting
Study on assertiveness and emotions in Tourette's
This study looks at how people with Tourette's syndrome manage emotions and assertiveness. It may help doctors understand the challenges patients face.
Clermont-Ferrand, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06147258Recruiting
Writing to heal grief after a spinal cord injury
This study tests whether writing about your deepest emotions about your spinal cord injury can help you work through feelings of grief. You will write a few times over several weeks, and the study will see if it helps you feel better.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06179953Recruiting
Emotional skills training with a social robot
This trial tests whether a social robot can help children improve their emotional and communication skills. It is designed for children who can speak in sentences and connect ideas to talk about events.
Messina, ItalyAges 5–10 - NCT06194994Recruiting
Emotion regulation treatments for children with ODD
This study tests two different treatments for children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), a condition where kids often argue, lose their temper, or defy adults. Both treatments focus on helping children learn to manage their emotions better, and researchers want to see which approach works best.
ReykjavikAges 6–12 - NCT06239545Recruiting
JoyPop app for mental health support in young adults
This trial tests a mobile app called JoyPop designed to help young adults manage their mental health while they wait for services. It aims to see if using the app can improve well-being and reduce distress.
Thunder Bay, OntarioAges 18–25 - NCT06239519Recruiting
JoyPop mobile app for youth mental health
This trial is testing a mobile app called JoyPop to help youth with their mental health while they wait for counselling. Participants use the app for a few weeks and share feedback.
Thunder Bay, OntarioAges 12–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for emotions?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 394 recruiting emotions 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 emotions 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 emotions 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.