Clinical trials
Family clinical trials
Below are recruiting family clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 604 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05477901Recruiting
Cash transfers study in mothers and children
This study checks whether receiving cash support (a government cash transfer program) helps children’s brain and development. Families will be assessed, and children must be able to take part in activities that may include an MRI scan.
New York, New YorkAges 23–45 - NCT06200909Recruiting
Self-Care Training for Family Caregivers
This research program teaches family caregivers practical self-care skills to help them feel less stressed and more supported while caring for a loved one with a progressive brain condition. It involves 8 online group sessions where you'll learn tools like mindfulness and gentle movement.
Toronto, OntarioAges 50–100 - NCT06930508Recruiting
Bringing HIV prevention meds to a family planning clinic
This study looks at offering HIV prevention medicines (PrEP) to patients visiting a family planning clinic. It aims to make it easier for people to access this care alongside their regular visit.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 16 years+ - NCT07008950Recruiting
Health education for Syrian refugee young women in Lebanon
This study tests a program to help Syrian refugee women and girls learn about their bodies, relationships, and how to stay healthy. It aims to give them confidence and knowledge to make informed choices.
BeirutAges 15–15 - NCT06650267RecruitingPhase 2
Substance use and family violence treatment for fathers
This study tests a treatment program for fathers who have both a substance use disorder and a history of family violence within the last 18 months. The goal is to see if the program helps reduce substance misuse and improve family relationships.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 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+ - NCT05965622Recruiting
Cost-effectiveness of ABFT for youth with suicidality
This study looks at whether ABFT (a family-based therapy) works well and is worth the cost for young adults who have strong suicidal thoughts. It also uses your family’s involvement to see how treatment affects safety and well-being over time.
Tongeren, LimburgAges 18–25 - NCT05917496Recruiting
Support study for families after early cochlear implants
This study looks at how parent support helps children who get cochlear implants very early, and how well their language develops. You may be able to join if your child meets the timing and hearing/implant requirements and you speak French at home.
ParisAges 11 months–1.8 years - NCT05696704Recruiting
Telehealth program to support mental health in family caregivers
This study tests a video/phone-based program to help reduce anxiety and depression symptoms in people caring for a family member or friend with dementia. It may help caregivers feel better and cope more effectively while caring for someone they love.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18–120 - NCT05662111RecruitingPhase 2
Etidronate treatment for brain calcifications in Fahr disease
This Phase 2 study tests whether etidronate (a medicine that affects bone-calcium handling) can help people with Fahr disease or a similar condition marked by calcium deposits in the brain. It will also check safety and whether certain tests can track changes over time.
Utrecht, UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT05766592RecruitingPhase 3
Therapy for sexual or gender-minority adults and a rejecting parent
This study tests a therapy program tailored for sexual and gender-minority adults who are dealing with strong rejection from a parent. It also involves that parent in sessions to help improve support and reduce anxiety or depression.
New York, New YorkAges 20 years+ - NCT05460689Recruiting
Phone app support for families before pediatric ear-nose-throat surgery
This trial tests whether a mobile phone app can better support caregivers of children going into tonsil and/or adenoid surgery (sometimes with ear tube placement) around the time of the operation. It may help families feel more informed and prepared before and after surgery.
TriesteAges 2–10 - NCT05490238Recruiting
Wrist vs arm access for complex heart procedures
This study compares using the wrist (radial artery) versus a different access site (conventional radial access approach) during complex, larger “bore” heart procedures to open blocked coronary arteries. It aims to see which approach is safer and works better for challenging cases like chronic blockages or heavily calcified arteries.
ArlonAges 18 years+ - NCT04860453Recruiting
Family genetic testing study for patterns of different cancers
This study checks whether gene tests can help understand cancer risk in families where different relatives had different (discordant) cancers. It may help families and doctors better understand whether hereditary cancer risk is possible, even though some parts use routine standard care as a comparison group.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–100 - NCT05203965RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brain imaging study testing mavoglurant in alcohol risk
This early-stage study uses brain scans to understand how brain signaling tied to alcohol vulnerability works, and it tests mavoglurant, a medicine that blocks a brain receptor. Results may help researchers learn why some people are more vulnerable to alcohol problems.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–45 - NCT04889794Recruiting
Helps pharmacists support seniors with memory problems after work changes
This study looks at whether reorganizing work in family medicine clinics changes how pharmacists review and support seniors who have major memory (cognitive) problems. It may help improve medication support and seniors’ autonomy with guidance that fits their needs.
Montreal, QuebecAges 65 years+ - NCT05457569Recruiting
Parent support program for babies at high brain risk
This study checks whether a coordinated parent support program delivered after NICU (and after discharge) is practical and helpful. It gathers feedback through interviews with parents and professionals to improve how care and parenting support are organized.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT05388864Recruiting
Parenting support program for young children and families
This study offers a parenting support program for families with children ages 3 to 11. It aims to help strengthen family routines and child well-being by teaching practical skills.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 3–11 - NCT04731857Recruiting
Genetic testing results study for rare diseases
This study looks at how well different genetic tests (whole exome/genome sequencing and standard genetic tests) work for diagnosing rare genetic diseases and inherited cancer conditions. It may help confirm which testing approach provides the clearest results for families.
TübingenAges Any age - NCT03865420Recruiting
Genetic risk study for families affected by ALS
This study looks at genetic risk for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in families. It may help researchers understand who carries ALS-related gene changes and how that affects future care.
New York, New YorkAges 18–105 - NCT04049890Recruiting
Questionnaire study for families managing a child’s chronic illness
This study asks families to fill out and review a questionnaire about how you are coping at home when a child has a long-term (chronic) health condition. It may help create a better tool to understand family adjustment during ongoing hospital treatment.
Florence, FirenzeAges Any age - NCT04569500Recruiting
Therapy education program for laryngectomy patients and caregivers
This study tests a structured education and support program for people after a total laryngectomy (surgery to remove the voice box) and for their close family caregivers. It aims to improve quality of life for both the patient and the caregiver.
CaenAges 18 years+ - NCT04183829Recruiting
Study of effects after early induced abortion
This study looks at pregnancy complications and outcomes after someone has an induced abortion in early pregnancy. It may help doctors better understand what to watch for in future pregnancies and how to reduce risks.
Zhongshan, GuangdongAges 18–40 - NCT02771236Recruiting
Study of inherited eye conditions in families
This study looks at families who have inherited (passed down) eye conditions, using eye exams and blood tests. It may help researchers understand what causes these conditions and find better ways to diagnose them.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 4–120
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for family?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 604 recruiting family 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 family 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 family 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.