Clinical trials
Motivation clinical trials
Below are recruiting motivation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 170 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07159308Recruiting
Motivation for daily living skills in autistic teens
This study tests a new way to help autistic teens and young adults learn everyday skills like cooking, cleaning, or managing money. You and a trusted helper will work together with the research team to build motivation and practice these skills in a supportive setting.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 16–25 - NCT05873413Recruiting
Study of drinking motivations and attitudes in young adults
This study asks young adults about why they drink alcohol and what they think about drinking. It may help researchers better understand heavy drinking patterns and how to design better support.
Lincoln, NebraskaAges 18–25 - NCT07004205Recruiting
Training to boost nursing students' communication and confidence
This study tests a new training program to help nursing students feel more confident, motivated, and skilled in talking with patients. It's designed for first-year students starting their hospital internships for the first time.
Tokat Province, Tokat ProvinceAges 18–20 - NCT06966362RecruitingPhase 4
Help cutting back on smoking for veterans not ready to quit
This study tests a medicine called varenicline (also known as Chantix) to help veterans who aren't ready to quit smoking yet but want to cut down. The goal is to see if it helps reduce how much they smoke.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06924554Recruiting
Motivation training for future PE teachers
This trial tests a motivational training program for student teachers in physical education. It aims to see if the program improves teaching skills and motivation.
Huesca, AragonAges Any age - NCT06733662Recruiting
Motivational interviewing education for COPD patients
This study tests whether a special education program (using motivational interviewing) can help people with COPD stick to their treatment plan and take better care of themselves. It's for people who are stable and not in the middle of a flare-up.
KahramanmaraşAges 18 years+ - NCT06713109Enrolling by invitation
Breastfeeding help with motivational counseling
This study tests if motivational counseling can reduce breastfeeding problems and anxiety. It offers support to mothers who are having trouble breastfeeding.
Istanbul, tuzlaAges Any age - NCT06618755Recruiting
Staying sober after detox: a coaching study
This study tests if motivational interviews after hospital detox help people with alcohol use disorder stay completely sober for one year. It might help you if you are committed to full abstinence and have a phone available.
MontpellierAges 18 years+ - NCT06447350Recruiting
Alcohol habits in young adults
This study looks at alcohol habits in young adults. Participants fill out surveys about their drinking, identity, and motivations. It helps researchers understand why people drink and how to support healthier choices.
CaenAges 18–30 - NCT04673565Enrolling by invitation
Coaching new hearing-aid users to use them more
This study tests whether motivational interviewing (a supportive coaching conversation) can help people who are new to hearing aids wear and use them more successfully. It uses online questionnaires to understand hearing-aid use and comfort.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07747025Recruiting
Nurse-led talks to help control blood pressure
This study tests whether talking with a nurse can help you manage your blood pressure better. You'll have support from a family member and learn ways to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.
SimavAges 18 years+ - NCT07585838Enrolling by invitation
Hope-Focused Counseling During Cancer Radiation Treatment
This study tests whether motivational interviews—supportive conversations focused on hope and positive thinking—help cancer patients cope better while receiving radiation therapy. The goal is to improve emotional well-being and treatment outcomes for newly diagnosed patients.
Bartın, BartınAges 18–65 - NCT05420051Recruiting
Program to boost happiness and emotional well-being in type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether a support program using messages and coaching can improve emotional well-being and happiness for people with type 2 diabetes. It may also encourage healthier activity, especially if you’re currently not very active.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07413185Recruiting
Sleep loss, breastfeeding motivation, and success in new mothers
This study looks at how sleep loss in the first two days after childbirth affects new mothers' desire to breastfeed and how well breastfeeding goes. If you've just had a baby and have begun breastfeeding within 48 hours, this research may help understand your experience.
Istanbul, AltunizadeAges 18 years+ - NCT07366346Recruiting
Telehealth memory training for older adults with mild memory concerns
This study tests a telehealth program to help older adults with mild memory problems improve their thinking skills and daily life. It involves working with a study partner, like a family member or friend.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 65–84 - NCT07364773Recruiting
Motivational interviewing to boost rehab in spinal cord injury
This study looks at whether motivational interviewing—a supportive conversation style—can help patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) participate more fully in their rehab therapy. If you are an adult with SCI receiving inpatient rehab at certain hospitals, you may be able to join.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07351214Enrolling by invitation
Mindfulness support for weight regain after slimming surgery
This trial tests if motivational interviewing combined with mindfulness can help patients manage weight regain after weight loss surgery. You may qualify if you regained weight at least 6 months after surgery.
AnkaraAges Any age - NCT07318233Recruiting
AI coaching app study for recreational cyclists
This study tests an AI-powered coaching app that adapts to your confidence level while you cycle. It's designed for healthy adults who are comfortable on a stationary bike and can handle 20 minutes of vigorous effort.
Coral Gables, FloridaAges 18–40 - NCT07271953Recruiting
Help for new moms to stay smoke-free after pregnancy
This trial tests if motivational interviews and a digital game can help women who quit smoking early in pregnancy avoid restarting after giving birth. You will receive support through counseling and a game to stay smoke-free.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07251816Recruiting
How the brain creates motivation
This study looks at how your brain creates motivation by using brain scans and sometimes gentle stimulation. It is for healthy people who want to help researchers understand normal brain function.
BronAges 18–40 - NCT07238998Recruiting
App to help high-risk drinkers reduce alcohol use
This study tests a mobile app that uses motivational interviewing to help high-risk drinkers reduce their alcohol consumption. You may be eligible if you want to cut back on drinking and use an Android phone.
Seoul, SeoulAges 19–59 - NCT07215091Recruiting
Brief program to help cancer survivors move more
This study tests a short talk-based program to help cancer survivors become more active. It's designed for people who completed their main cancer treatment and are part of the World Trade Center Health Program.
Stony Brook, New YorkAges Any age - NCT07205458Recruiting
Web-based education to help first-time fathers support breastfeeding
This trial tests whether a web-based education program can help first-time fathers support their partners with breastfeeding. The program is designed to increase fathers' knowledge, motivation, and skills.
SakaryaAges 19 years+ - NCT07184112Recruiting
Simulation scenarios for nursing students
This trial tests if short, realistic scenarios embedded in a computer simulation can boost motivation and clinical thinking for male nursing students. It's designed for those comfortable with basic computer skills.
DammamAges 18–27
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for motivation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 170 recruiting motivation 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 motivation 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 motivation 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.