Clinical trials
Motivation clinical trials
Below are recruiting motivation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 173 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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+ - 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 - NCT07639736Recruiting
Teen helpline motivational interviewing study
This study tests if training teen helpline volunteers in motivational interviewing helps them better support other teens who text in for help. If you are a teen helpline volunteer or a teen who has used a helpline, you may be able to join.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 13 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 - 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+ - NCT07761221Enrolling by invitation
First aid training with a phone simulation for nursing students
This study tests whether a mobile phone simulation can help first-year nursing students learn first aid better than usual teaching. It looks at how much they know, how happy they are with the training, and how motivated they feel.
Kayseri, KayseriAges 18 years+ - NCT06288438Recruiting
Tele-rehab program for veterans with multiple health issues
This trial tests a video-based rehabilitation program designed to help veterans manage multiple chronic conditions and improve physical function at home. It may be a good fit if you're a veteran aged 60+ with several health problems and trouble with daily activities like standing from a chair.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 60 years+ - NCT06257433Recruiting
Brain activity study for healthy adults
This study looks at how people seek information by measuring brain activity with an MRI scan. You might join if you are generally healthy and want to help researchers understand how the brain works.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–45 - NCT05863923Enrolling by invitation
Text message program to help people with HIV quit smoking
This study tests a texting program that sends messages to help people living with HIV who smoke quit smoking. It may help you reduce tobacco use using regular, motivational text messages.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06712940Recruiting
Hospital support program for firearm violence survivors
This study tests a hospital-based program to help young people aged 16-24 recover after a violent injury like a gunshot, stab wound, or assault. The program is designed to provide support in a private setting.
New Orleans, LouisianaAges 16–24 - NCT06261398Recruiting
Better pregnancy outcomes with text support
This trial uses text messages and education to help improve pregnancy outcomes for women who are less than 21 weeks pregnant. It's designed for patients receiving care at certain Ohio State University clinics.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05790668Recruiting
Motivation tips to reduce frequent rewards for destructive behavior
This trial tests behavior-support strategies that may help gradually reduce how often a child’s destructive behavior gets reinforced. It’s aimed at children with frequent destructive behavior that continues even with past treatment.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 3–17 - NCT06517342Recruiting
Using a health app for low back pain
This study looks at what helps or stops people with chronic low back pain from using a smartphone app to become more active. It aims to find ways to make it easier for you to stay active.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT07529509Recruiting
Mental Health Support for Latino Adults in Connecticut
This study helps Latino adults in Connecticut who have serious mental health challenges and trauma but aren't currently in treatment. Researchers want to understand how to better engage and support this community.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07166822Recruiting
Can a mobile app help you stay active during pregnancy?
This study tests if using a mobile app can help pregnant women who are not very active to exercise more safely and improve their heart health. It's for women with low-risk pregnancies who want to use a simple smartphone tool.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18–45 - NCT06713603Recruiting
Digital smoking cessation with motivational counseling
This study tests a digital program that uses personalized counseling over video or phone to help people stop smoking. It is for adults who smoke daily, have a primary care doctor, and can use a smartphone or computer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05804461Recruiting
PrEP support study for Latino gay and bisexual men in Puerto Rico
This study tests ways to help Latino men who have sex with men use PrEP, a medicine that helps prevent HIV. You may be invited if you are HIV-negative (or your status is unknown), are not currently on PrEP, and can read and write Spanish.
San JuanAges 21–99 - NCT07496307Recruiting
Breastfeeding education for babies refusing the breast
This study tests if structured breastfeeding education helps mothers with infants 1-6 months old who have been refusing the breast for 3-30 days. It aims to improve breastfeeding success and reduce stress.
Kars, KarsAges 18–45
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for motivation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 173 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
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