Clinical trials
Impulse Control Disorder clinical trials
Below are recruiting impulse control disorder clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 13 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - NCT06237868Recruiting
TMS for Impulse Control in Parkinson's Disease
This trial tests whether a type of non-invasive brain stimulation called TMS can help reduce impulse control problems (like gambling or compulsive eating) that are caused by Parkinson's medications. It's for people with Parkinson's who are living with these side effects.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06498349Recruiting
DBS for Parkinson's impulse control problems
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the subthalamic nucleus can help control impulse control problems (like gambling, overeating, or shopping) in people with Parkinson's disease. It is for patients whose medication-related impulse symptoms are moderate to severe and who are good candidates for DBS surgery.
CologneAges 18–70 - NCT06561919Recruiting
Speech and language study during brain stimulation treatment
This is an extra part of the STIMPulseControl study that focuses on speech. It looks at how the brain stimulation treatment affects your ability to speak clearly and communicate.
CologneAges 18–70 - NCT06639594RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized brain stimulation for impulse control: a pilot study
This early study tests whether a personalized type of noninvasive brain stimulation (called rTMS) can help people who have trouble controlling impulsive behaviors, especially related to eating. It is for adults with a BMI over 30 who do not have other major medical or mental health conditions.
Houston, TexasAges 21–60 - NCT05942716RecruitingPhase 2
Testing how serotonin changes impulsivity in Tourette
This Phase 2 study looks at whether changing serotonin activity can affect impulsivity and related brain function in people with Tourette disorder. You may be asked to continue aripiprazole and complete brain scans that test how your brain responds during tasks.
BronAges 18–65 - NCT06485986Recruiting
Brain Networks in Parkinson's and DBS
This study uses a brain scan called MEG to look at how Parkinson's disease and impulse control disorders affect brain networks in people who have already had deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. You will be asked to delay your morning medication so the researchers can study your brain without the effects of the drugs.
OxfordAges 18 years+ - NCT06880640Recruiting
Impulsivity in borderline personality disorder
This study looks at how emotions affect impulsive behaviors in people with borderline personality disorder (BPD). It aims to understand these patterns better, which could help improve future treatments.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–45 - NCT06081348RecruitingPhase 2
Sertraline vs. placebo for anxiety in kids with developmental disorders
This trial compares sertraline (a common antidepressant) to a placebo (a pill with no medicine) to see which better reduces anxiety in children and teens who also have a neurodevelopmental disorder like autism, ADHD, or Tourette's. The goal is to help you and your child understand if this treatment might offer relief from anxiety.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 8–17 - NCT07413887Recruiting
Family program for obsessive thoughts and behaviors in youth
This trial tests a family-based program for children and teens with mild to moderate obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors. It aims to help reduce distress and improve daily functioning at home and school.
FrederiksbergAges 3–17 - NCT05929677RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study tests effects on impulsivity and how alcohol feels
This early-phase study looks at how alcohol affects impulsivity (tendency to act quickly) and people’s subjective experiences. You may be able to join if you drink regularly and meet the study safety rules.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–25 - NCT07590180Recruiting
Internet Gaming Habits and Brain Chemistry in Young Teens
This study looks at how excessive video gaming affects the brains and behavior of children ages 10–14. Researchers will compare children who game heavily with those who don't, measuring brain chemicals and decision-making patterns to understand why some kids struggle to control their gaming.
Istanbul, BakirkoyAges 10–14 - NCT05943171Recruiting
App-based CBT for substance dependence and relationship aggression
This study tests an app-guided version of CBT (a structured talk-therapy approach) against standard CBT to help people with substance dependence and recent verbal aggression in an intimate relationship. You may be screened to see if you fit both the substance use and relationship aggression parts of the trial.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for impulse control disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 13 recruiting impulse control disorder 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 impulse control disorder 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 impulse control disorder 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.