Clinical trials
Motivation clinical trials
Below are recruiting motivation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 174 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07159308Recruiting
Motivation program for daily living skills
This study tests a new way to help autistic teens and young adults build everyday skills like managing money, cooking, or cleaning. You and a trusted partner will attend sessions together to learn motivation techniques.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 16–25 - 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+ - 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 - NCT06344663Recruiting
Motivational interviewing for low breast milk supply in new mothers
This study tests if talking with a counselor (motivational interviewing) can help new mothers who feel they don't have enough breast milk. You may join if this is your first baby, you deliver vaginally, and you're only breastfeeding but worried about your milk supply.
Kahramanmaraş, OnikişubatAges 18–60 - NCT06345196Recruiting
Motivational Interviewing for Type 2 Diabetes
This study is testing whether motivational interviewing (a type of counseling that helps you set goals and make changes) can improve blood sugar control for people with Type 2 Diabetes. You may be eligible if your recent HbA1C levels are higher than normal.
YozgatAges 18–85 - 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 - 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+ - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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+ - NCT07767812Recruiting
Motivational interviewing for knee osteoarthritis pain
This study tests whether talking with a counselor (motivational interviewing) helps people with knee osteoarthritis feel more confident in managing their pain and become more physically active. It may help you feel better and move more easily.
Afyonkarahisar, TürkiyeAges 40 years+ - 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 - NCT06474156Recruiting
Treatment motivation in forensic youth treatment (MOTIV8)
This study looks at how motivated young people are during residential MDFT treatment. It aims to understand what helps them stay engaged and succeed.
SassenheimAges 12–24 - NCT05929898Recruiting
Brain training with MRI for motivation in healthy adults
This study tests whether a special MRI technique can help people learn to control brain areas linked to motivation. It may lead to better treatments for motivational problems.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–45 - NCT07067554Recruiting
Breastfeeding myths and mother motivation study
This study looks at how common myths about breastfeeding affect mothers' motivation. It is for mothers with a baby aged 0-6 months who have breastfed at least once.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges 18 years+ - NCT07060638RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for severe alcoholic hepatitis
This trial tests a combination of treatments for people with severe alcohol-related liver disease (alcoholic hepatitis) that has not responded to standard care. The goal is to improve liver function and help you stop drinking.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–70 - NCT06758297Recruiting
AI motivational talk after knee replacement
This study tests whether an artificial intelligence-guided motivational conversation can help reduce fear of moving after knee replacement surgery, and improve how much you can move.
Samsun, SamsunAges 18 years+ - NCT06615778Recruiting
Anti-bullying program for primary school students in Hong Kong
This trial tests a program called Motivated Social Motional Learning (MSEL) to reduce bullying among primary school students in Hong Kong. It focuses on students in Grades 4 to 6 (ages 9–13) from certain public schools.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 9–13 - NCT05287711Recruiting
Motivational alcohol support to help prevent partner violence
This study tests an extra (adjunct) counseling approach to reduce harmful alcohol use in Veterans enrolled in the Strength at Home program. The goal is to help prevent intimate partner violence (IPV), especially when alcohol is involved.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05384808Recruiting
Dog-assisted therapy for motivated kids
This study tests whether therapy sessions that involve a trained therapy dog can improve motivation and engagement in children and teens. It’s for youth who are starting therapy for the first time and can safely and comfortably interact with dogs.
BaselAges 9–17 - NCT07663812Recruiting
Motivational program for stress in pregnant couples
This study tests whether motivational techniques can help pregnant women and their partners feel less stressed and better able to express emotions. It is for couples who are in the second trimester of a low-risk pregnancy.
Yozgat, CenterAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for motivation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 174 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.