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
- 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+ - 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+ - 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+ - NCT06931067Recruiting
Exercise program to prevent falls in older adults
This study tests an exercise program called OTAGO, combined with motivational interviewing, to help older adults at high risk for falling improve their balance and strength. If you are 60 or older, have had a fall or worry about falling, and have some difficulty walking or moving around, this trial may be a good fit for you.
Portland, OregonAges 60–120 - NCT06909734Recruiting
Trauma-informed support for people with leprosy
This study tests a counseling approach that combines trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing to help people with leprosy deal with physical, emotional, or social challenges. It aims to improve well-being in rural communities.
AlexandriaAges 25–65 - 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 - NCT06826703Recruiting
Motivational interviewing for diabetes self-management and cyberchondria
This study tests whether talking with a coach (motivational interviewing) helps people with diabetes better manage their condition and reduces worry caused by looking up health information online (cyberchondria).
Van, VanAges 18 years+ - NCT07171164Recruiting
Community-based ways to boost RSV vaccine use in Latino adults
This study looks at community-based ways to help Latino adults ages 50 and older in San Francisco and Daly City get the RSV vaccine. The goal is to learn what works best to increase vaccination rates.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07059078Recruiting
Talk therapy with or without mindfulness for teen drinking
This study tests whether a brief talk therapy session, sometimes combined with mindfulness exercises, can help teens reduce alcohol use. It is designed for teens who get care at Johns Hopkins and already drink alcohol at least once a month.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12–17 - 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 - NCT06994247Recruiting
Boosting CPAP use in severe sleep apnea
This study tests whether motivation and psychological support can help people with severe sleep apnea use their CPAP machine more consistently over three months.
Split, DalmatiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06882863Enrolling by invitation
Study to help reduce sitting in severe COPD
This study tests whether a nurse can help you sit less during the day if you have severe COPD. A nurse will visit you at home for motivational interviews to help you become more active.
RoskildeAges 65 years+ - NCT06681792Recruiting
Climate change workshops for 12-13 year olds
This trial tests if workshops about climate change can help students understand and deal with it. It's for 12-13 year olds at a specific school.
KonyaAges 12–13 - NCT06637436Recruiting
PrEP motivation help for men who use meth
This study tests two ways to help men who were assigned male at birth and use methamphetamine stay motivated to start PrEP, a medicine that prevents HIV. You may join if you are HIV-negative or don't know your status and haven't taken PrEP recently.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05780021Recruiting
Support program for long-term low back pain after rehab
This trial tests whether a structured motivational support program can help people with long-term low back pain after they finish a rehab program. It may help you stay motivated and improve your day-to-day progress after treatment.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT05800899Recruiting
Brief counseling program for alcohol-related injuries in Latinxs
This trial tests a culturally tailored, short counseling session for people who are Latinx and have alcohol-related injuries. It aims to reduce health disparities by helping improve treatment access and outcomes after an injury.
El Paso, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06513819RecruitingPhase 1
HIV and Alcohol Study for People on Multiple Medications
This study looks at how alcohol use affects people with HIV who take multiple medications, including certain brain or nerve drugs. It aims to find safer ways to manage their health.
West Haven, ConnecticutAges 50 years+ - NCT06446349Recruiting
Helping reduce long-term use of benzodiazepine or Z-drugs
This study tests whether a brief motivational interview can help people safely reduce or stop taking benzodiazepines or Z-drugs (like sleeping pills or anxiety meds) they have used daily for at least 6 months. It aims to support patients in trying to lower their dose with their doctor's guidance.
AnnonayAges 18 years+
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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.