Clinical trials
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities clinical trials
Below are recruiting intellectual and developmental disabilities clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 26 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07813806Recruiting
Care coordination for adults with intellectual disabilities
This trial tests a team-based approach to help adults with intellectual disabilities manage their health and daily life. It may improve their quality of life and independence.
Hong KongAges 18–60 - NCT06541782Recruiting
Creative arts therapy for children with intellectual disabilities
This study explores whether creative arts activities (like drawing, music, or dance) can help children with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their mothers feel closer and more connected. You and your child would take part in fun, creative sessions together.
HaifaAges 3–7 - NCT07746921Recruiting
Smart inhaler and remote asthma care for teens with intellectual disabilities
This study tests a smart inhaler and a phone app to help teenagers with mild-to-moderate intellectual or developmental disabilities manage their asthma at home. It aims to see if this technology improves asthma control and makes it easier for families to track medication use.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT07505121Enrolling by invitation
Comparing peer vs staff help for travel independence
This study compares two ways to help young adults with developmental disabilities learn to use public transportation: learning from a peer with similar experience or getting help from staff. It aims to see which approach works better for building travel independence.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–27 - NCT06783101Recruiting
Smart Inhaler for Teens with Intellectual Disabilities and Asthma
This study tests a 'smart' inhaler that tracks when and how your child uses their asthma medicine. The goal is to help teens with intellectual or developmental disabilities manage asthma better at home.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT06997198RecruitingPhase 4
Deutetrabenazine for tardive dyskinesia in people with intellectual disabilities
This trial tests whether deutetrabenazine, a medication already used for tardive dyskinesia, can help people who also have intellectual or developmental disabilities. It aims to see if the drug reduces uncontrolled movements safely over 24 weeks.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–89 - NCT05744479RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin to reduce weight gain from antipsychotic medicines
This trial tests whether metformin can help adults with intellectual disability who gained weight from long-term antipsychotic medicines. If you qualify, you may be assigned metformin to improve weight and related health measures.
Toronto, OntarioAges 16–65 - NCT07302048Recruiting
Mobile pain management support for kids with intellectual disabilities
This study tests a mobile program that helps manage pain in children and young adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, or multiple disabilities. It aims to see if the program improves pain relief and works well with their care team.
BrestAges Up to 24 years - NCT06065527Recruiting
Future planning for caregivers of people with disabilities
This study helps family caregivers plan for the future and improve their well-being while caring for a loved one with an intellectual disability. It's done online or on a device, so you can take part from home.
New Hyde Park, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT03492060Recruiting
Study of genetic variants in neurogenetic disorders over time
This study looks at how people’s genetic test results relate to health changes over time in conditions caused by gene differences. If you already have genetic confirmation of a disease-causing variant, you may be able to join.
New York, New YorkAges Any age - NCT06857539Recruiting
Assessing thinking and movement in high-risk infants
This study looks at how high-risk infants (especially those born early or with brain concerns) develop their thinking and movement skills over time, comparing them to healthy babies. The goal is to better understand and support their development.
CorkAges birth–4 months - NCT06566066Recruiting
Thyroid hormone resistance patient registry
This study creates a registry for people with thyroid hormone resistance caused by specific genetic mutations. It helps doctors collect data to better understand and treat the condition.
BerlinAges Any age - NCT07625579Recruiting
Collaboration for Down Syndrome Progress Research Study
This research study aims to better understand Down syndrome by collecting health information, family history, and sometimes brain imaging or sleep data from children and adults with Down syndrome and their families. The goal is to advance knowledge that could improve health and development for people with Down syndrome.
Orange, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06986863Recruiting
Digital snapshot to reduce restraint use in ER
This study tests using a special digital picture or video (a 'snapshot') to help Emergency Department staff understand and care for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The goal is to reduce the use of restraints and make the visit a better experience for you or your loved one.
New Hyde Park, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05520983Enrolling by invitation
Behavior program study for teens with learning or thinking differences
This study is testing a “behavioral health” treatment plan designed for teens who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. It may help identify which treatment approach works best for different youth needs.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 13–20 - NCT06710483Recruiting
Dental care help for youth with disabilities
This study aims to make dental visits easier for youth with intellectual or developmental disabilities. It tests a program to support both patients and their dental providers.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–18 - NCT04026386Recruiting
Early intervention program for preschool children with developmental delays
This trial tests a structured, center-based early intervention program for preschoolers with developmental disorders. It may help children build skills and support development through guided activities and testing at the research site.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–5 - NCT07278544Recruiting
Communication preference study for challenging behavior
This study looks at how people with intellectual or developmental disabilities communicate and how their communication preferences can help reduce challenging behaviors. It may help find better ways to support those who do not use spoken language.
Athens, GeorgiaAges 2–90 - NCT07686653Recruiting
Genome sequencing for unusual psychiatric conditions
This study uses trio genome sequencing (comparing DNA from you and both of your parents) to find genetic causes for psychiatric disorders that start early, are hard to treat, or have an unusual pattern. It may help if you or your child have a mental health condition without intellectual disability or birth defects.
DijonAges 3–50 - NCT03495440Recruiting
Family skills program for youth with developmental disabilities
This trial studies a parent-and-family intervention designed for families of youth with developmental disabilities. It may help parents and siblings better understand needs and improve day-to-day support at home through guided, theory-based activities and surveys.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges Any age - NCT06764810Recruiting
Motor skills and senses in children 4–11
This study looks at how motor skills (like catching, jumping) and sensory processing (how the brain handles sights, sounds, touch) are related in children with and without certain developmental differences. The goal is to better understand these connections to help support children's development.
VicAges 4–11 - NCT07036575Recruiting
Easy-to-Read Content Study for Kids with Learning Challenges
This study tests if easy-to-read materials help children with intellectual disabilities understand health information better. It may benefit kids who have trouble with regular reading materials.
TaipeiAges 3–17 - NCT06666777Recruiting
Speech therapy and parenting for early communication skills
This study tests a program that combines speech therapy with parenting support to help young children with developmental delays improve their communication and social skills. It is designed for children aged 6 months to 5 years who have developmental challenges, and their parents.
Como, ComoAges 6 months–4.9 years - NCT05767242Recruiting
Early brain tests in babies at language risk
This study looks for early brain signals that may predict future language difficulties in very young children. It compares babies with a family history of language problems to babies without, using safe testing to see what markers show up early.
Bosisio Parini, LCAges 6 months–8 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for intellectual and developmental disabilities?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 26 recruiting intellectual and developmental disabilities 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 intellectual and developmental disabilities 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 intellectual and developmental disabilities 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
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