Clinical trials · California
Fear clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 7 recruiting fear studies with a site in California — including Early Phase 1 and Phase 1 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT05120635Recruiting
Study brain signals tied to fear and anxiety in RNS patients
This study records electrical brain activity to understand how fear and anxiety work in people who already have an RNS (responsive neurostimulation) device placed. It may help researchers develop better ways to monitor and treat anxiety-related symptoms in the future.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06912854Recruiting
Sensory-adapted dental visits for children with fear of the dentist
This study tests whether a specially adapted dental environment (with calming sights and sounds) can make cleanings easier and less scary for children. It may help kids who are afraid of the dentist or not.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 6–12 - NCT07216222Enrolling by invitation
Brain response study for epilepsy or PTSD patients
This study looks at how the brain processes fear using a device already implanted to treat epilepsy or PTSD. It may help researchers understand fear responses and improve treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT07741968Recruiting
Online program to ease fear of cancer returning
This study tests an online program designed to help women with advanced or certain types of breast or gynecologic cancer manage their fear of the disease progressing or returning. The program aims to reduce anxiety and improve quality of life.
Arcadia, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04166071Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Testing whether opioids plus support change learning behavior
This early study tests how opioid medicine, along with social support, affects how people learn or “unlearn” certain responses. If you’re healthy and meet safety requirements, it may help researchers understand how support could change the effects of pain-related medicines on behavior.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–35 - NCT06420557Recruiting
Reducing fear of animals with brain feedback
This study uses brain scans to help people with animal phobias reduce their fear without consciously trying. It tests a new method that may make fear responses weaker over time.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06630884RecruitingPhase 1
Immune response to stress after trauma
This study looks at how the immune system responds to a mild stress (a typhoid vaccine) in people who have been through trauma but do not have PTSD. It may help understand why some people are more susceptible to inflammation after trauma.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–60
Fear trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting fear studies listed above.
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) · 4 studies
- Children's Hospital Los Angeles
- City of Hope
- City of Hope - Santa Clarita
- City of Hope Antelope Valley
- City of Hope at Simi Valley
- City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center
- City of Hope National Medical Center
What taking part in a fear study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Common questions
- Are there fear clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 7 recruiting fear studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a fear study in California?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a fear trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New fear studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.