Clinical trials
Intellectual Disability clinical trials
Below are recruiting intellectual disability clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 58 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06974838Recruiting
Theta burst stimulation for emotion regulation in autism
This trial tests a type of brain stimulation called theta burst stimulation to see if it helps people with autism who have limited verbal skills or intellectual disability manage their emotions better. It may offer a new way to support emotional well-being.
TaoyuanAges 8–30 - NCT06032455Recruiting
Family therapy for teens with behavior problems and intellectual disabilities
This study tests whether a therapy called Multisystemic Therapy (MST) helps teens with behavior problems who also have a family member with an intellectual disability. The therapy works with the whole family to keep the teen at home and improve behavior.
HalsterenAges 10–19 - 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 - NCT07282704Recruiting
Falls study for people with intellectual disabilities
This study looks at what makes people with intellectual disabilities more likely to fall. It aims to create a way to predict falls, which can help prevent them and keep you safer.
Betanzos, A CoruñaAges 18 years+ - NCT05867940Recruiting
Exercise program for people with disabilities who are not active
This trial studies whether a structured physical activity program can improve health for people with disabilities who currently do not meet recommended activity levels. It focuses on reducing long periods of sitting and encouraging safer movement.
MalmöAges 8 years+ - 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 - NCT04781452Recruiting
Testing treatment for people with significant disabilities
This trial studies a treatment in people with intellectual disability and/or severe multiple disabilities. It may help participants and caregivers learn whether the treatment is safe and potentially beneficial for this group.
Aachen, North Rhine-WestphaliaAges 18–80 - 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 - 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 - NCT01403402Recruiting
Study of congenital muscle disease patients and their families
This trial collects health information from patients with certain inherited (genetic) muscle diseases and from their families. It may help researchers better understand the disease and improve care by learning what symptoms and treatments patients experience over time.
Lakewood, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06291532Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality system for autism and intellectual disability
This study tests whether a virtual reality system is easy and usable for people with autism and intellectual disability. It might help improve daily skills in a fun, engaging way.
Messina, MessinaAges 6–40 - NCT05471232Recruiting
Genomic testing for youth mental health crises with IDD
This study looks at genetic (DNA) information to understand mental health crises in youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It may help doctors learn why these crises happen and improve how future families are supported.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 7–17 - 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 - 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 - NCT07434037Recruiting
Trust and the brain in Down syndrome and Fragile X
This study explores how people with Down syndrome or Fragile X syndrome learn to trust others. It uses simple tasks and a brain scan (MRI) to compare their responses with those of typically developing children and young adults.
BronAges 3–29 - NCT07370792Recruiting
Genetic mapping for multiple birth defects or intellectual disability
This study uses a new genetic technique to find hidden causes in people with multiple birth defects or intellectual disability who had standard genetic tests come back normal. It might help identify a genetic reason when other tests did not.
Clermont-FerrandAges Any age - NCT07137273Recruiting
Study of rewards for problem behavior
This study looks at how different rewards (reinforcements) work best for people with neurodevelopmental conditions who exhibit problem behaviors. The goal is to find ways to improve behavior support.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 6–17 - NCT04199299Recruiting
Communication sensors for people who can’t express needs clearly
This trial tests a wearable sensor system that may help people who have difficulty communicating their needs clearly. It may capture signals from the body so caregivers and devices can better understand reactions and needs.
OsloAges 5–80 - NCT05738278Recruiting
Care changes guided by heart rate in non-speaking autistic people
This study tests whether using a person’s heart rate to guide care can improve day-to-day support for autistic people who do not communicate verbally. It’s aimed at people who live in a care home or attend a staffed day program most days of the week.
OsloAges 5–70 - NCT06819592RecruitingPhase 3
Preventing early lung infections after severe brain injury
This study tests whether giving an antibiotic (ceftriaxone) early after a severe brain injury can prevent lung infections caused by the breathing machine (ventilator). It is for adults in the ICU who recently started on a ventilator due to a brain emergency.
Canberra, Australian Capital TerritoryAges 18 years+ - NCT06766188Enrolling by invitation
Online teacher training to help children using AAC read better
This study tests if online video training for teachers can improve reading skills in children who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), like picture boards or speech-generating devices. It's for children with intellectual disabilities who have their own education plan and need AAC to communicate.
HaldenAges 6–14 - NCT06740162Recruiting
Physical activity program for adults with intellectual disabilities
This study tests a program to help adults with intellectual disabilities become more physically active. You and your caregiver will work with a coach to increase your daily movement, with the goal of improving health and community connection.
Fayetteville, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT05935722Recruiting
Home parenting support for parents of young children
This study tests a home-based parenting support program designed for parents who have learning or attention differences (like autism or ADHD). It aims to give tailored strategies to help you manage parenting daily challenges for children aged 0 to 9.
EnköpingAges Any age - NCT06555965Recruiting
STXBP1 and SYNGAP1 natural history study
This study follows people with STXBP1 or SYNGAP1 gene changes over time to learn more about how these conditions affect the body and mind. It does not test a treatment but helps researchers understand the natural course of the disorder.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for intellectual disability?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 58 recruiting intellectual disability 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 disability 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 disability 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.