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
- NCT07218471Recruiting
Cannabis reduction study for heavy users
This study tests if helping people reduce heavy cannabis use improves daily life. It's for adults with cannabis use disorder who want to cut back.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT04848077Recruiting
Smartphone exercise program for early Parkinson’s patients
This trial tests whether a motivating phone-based exercise plan can help people with early-stage Parkinson’s move more safely and consistently. You may qualify if you can walk on your own, understand Dutch, and are fairly inactive right now.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 18 years+ - NCT07198100Recruiting
Ear stimulation, motivation, and insulin sensitivity in depression
This study explores how a gentle electrical stimulation of the ear might affect mood, motivation, and insulin sensitivity in people with and without depression. It aims to see if this non-invasive technique could offer new ways to help with depression.
BonnAges 18–60 - 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 - NCT07158957Recruiting
WOMENinMOTION for pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy
This trial tests a program called WOMENinMOTION designed to help pregnant women with pelvic girdle pain (pain around the pelvis or lower back). It aims to see if this approach can reduce pain and improve daily life during pregnancy.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT07157540Enrolling by invitation
Testing Cann'App for cannabis harm reduction
This study is testing a smartphone app called Cann'App to help people who use cannabis reduce related harms. It's only for people who are already in a larger cannabis study in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Lausanne, Vaud CantonAges 18 years+ - NCT04770025RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation with therapy for risky alcohol use
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation device can make standard psychotherapy work better for people who drink in a risky way. It’s designed for community participants who are not already in alcohol-use treatment.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 21–60 - NCT07113067RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Accelerated rTMS for Stroke Apathy
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment called rTMS to see if it can help reduce apathy (lack of motivation) after a stroke. You would receive either real rTMS or a sham (fake) treatment over several sessions.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 40 years+ - NCT07057453Recruiting
National childhood obesity prevention program for kids
This program helps children ages 6–11 who are overweight (but not obese) learn healthy habits to prevent obesity. It focuses on lifestyle changes and does not involve any medication or surgery.
Prague, CzechiaAges 6–11 - NCT07047157Recruiting
Virtual reality boosts nursing students' confidence and motivation
This trial tests if video-based virtual reality education helps nursing students feel more confident and motivated when learning a new skill. It compares VR training to traditional methods.
VanAges Up to 30 years - NCT07042152Recruiting
Wearable device and coaching to improve arm use after stroke
This study tests whether a wearable device that tracks arm movement, plus coaching to use your weaker arm more, can help you recover better after a stroke. It's for people who are at least 6 months past their stroke and have some arm weakness but can still use their hand.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18–84 - NCT07014124Recruiting
Helping smoking fathers quit for their sick child
This study tests whether helping smoking fathers quit can improve their child's health. You and your child will get support through a messaging app, and the child will provide saliva samples.
Hong Kong, PokfulamAges 18 years+ - NCT06994962Recruiting
Smartphone app to reduce heavy drinking in young adults
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help young adults (ages 18–25) drink less alcohol. If you're a heavy drinker and want to use technology to cut back, this app might be a good fit for you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–25 - NCT06993142Recruiting
Slowing Parkinson's Early With Exercise
This trial tests whether a specific exercise program can slow the early stages of Parkinson's disease in people who have a genetic risk (LRRK2 or GBA variants). You will use a smartphone app to guide your exercise from home.
Rochester, New YorkAges 50 years+ - NCT06728774Recruiting
Cognitive rehab for veterans with depression and memory problems
This trial tests a cognitive rehabilitation program for veterans who have depression (MDD) and are experiencing trouble with memory, attention, or thinking. The goal is to see if the program can improve these cognitive issues.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT06932887RecruitingPhase 3
Walking to reduce arthritis pain
This study tests a walking program to help reduce pain from osteoarthritis. It is designed for people with arthritis in their hips, knees, feet, or spine.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 45 years+ - NCT06926114Enrolling by invitation
Microlearning vs. traditional learning for medical students
This trial compares two ways of learning for medical students: short, focused lessons (microlearning) versus longer, traditional lessons. It aims to see which method helps students learn better in a busy, connected world.
SousseAges 24 years+ - NCT06810310RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin for motivation in opioid use disorder
This study tests whether a single dose of psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) can help people with opioid use disorder stay motivated in recovery. It uses brain scans to see how psilocybin affects brain areas linked to motivation.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–60 - NCT06499051Recruiting
Study of French sexual offenders in legal care
This study looks at the health and background of people in France who have committed sexual offenses and are involved with the legal system. The goal is to better understand their needs and how to help them.
BronAges 18 years+ - NCT06330844Recruiting
Stress & memory support for Black and Hispanic older adults
This research study tests a new program that combines help for stress caused by racism with memory training for people with mild cognitive impairment. It may help Black and Hispanic/Latine older adults find ways to cope and improve thinking skills.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 65 years+ - NCT06771843Recruiting
Helping men with HIV reduce drinking and improve HIV prevention
This study tests whether helping men with HIV who also drink heavily can lower their alcohol use and improve how well HIV treatment works to prevent passing the virus to others. It's for men living in fishing communities in Uganda.
KampalaAges 18 years+ - NCT06745050Recruiting
Motivation Matters! study for HIV treatment
This study tests a program called Motivation Matters! to help people with HIV who have traded sex for things they need get started on HIV medication and stay healthy. It uses text messages to support you.
NairobiAges 18 years+ - NCT06722755Recruiting
CPAP for Sleep Apnea After Stroke
This study tests whether using a CPAP machine (a device that helps you breathe while sleeping) can improve recovery after a recent stroke or brain bleed. You may join if you had a stroke in the past month and are not already using CPAP.
Downey, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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+
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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.