Clinical trials
Parent-Child Relations clinical trials
Below are recruiting parent-child relations clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 37 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04627415RecruitingTeam says not enrolling
Early support program for ADHD symptoms in preschool children
This trial tests an early intervention program for young children (about ages 3 to 5) with clinically significant attention and behavior symptoms. It may help by targeting ADHD-related difficulties seen at home and school.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 3–5 - NCT04853888Recruiting
Parent training program for young children’s health and development
This study offers a 10–12 week parent training program to help support children’s health and development. It may help you learn practical strategies, and you and your child may also provide small blood samples for the study.
Calgary, AlbertaAges Any age - NCT07170553Recruiting
Relationship building digital game for caregivers and kids
This study tests a digital game designed to strengthen the bond between caregivers and children. It may help improve communication and connection in your relationship.
Coral Gables, FloridaAges 6 years+ - NCT05919849RecruitingPhase 1
Helping parents support their LGBTQ+ children who face stigma
This Phase 1 study tests a program for parents (or guardians) to help them better support their LGBTQ+ young adult family member who is experiencing stigma and not feeling accepted. It aims to see if the approach can improve support and coping within families.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 15 years+ - NCT04519229Enrolling by invitation
Feasibility study of child-parent therapy for foster infants and toddlers
This study tests whether a therapy program called Child-Parent Psychotherapy is practical and helpful for very young children in foster care and the adults caring for them. It’s mainly a “feasibility” study, meaning it focuses on whether the program can be delivered and followed in real life.
VaxjoAges birth–6 years - NCT06262178Recruiting
Parenting support for mothers in military families
This study tests a parenting program designed to help mothers in military families cope with past trauma and improve their relationship with their child. The program aims to reduce PTSD and depression symptoms while increasing parenting confidence.
El Paso, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06963554Recruiting
Does Project Support help families after trauma?
This study tests a program called Project Support to help families deal with trauma. If you're a caregiver looking for trauma services for your 6-to-13-year-old child, and you can do telehealth sessions, this may be a good fit.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 6–13 - NCT05766592RecruitingPhase 3
Therapy for sexual or gender-minority adults and a rejecting parent
This study tests a therapy program tailored for sexual and gender-minority adults who are dealing with strong rejection from a parent. It also involves that parent in sessions to help improve support and reduce anxiety or depression.
New York, New YorkAges 20 years+ - NCT05706376Recruiting
Family support program for Palestinian teens and parents
This study tests an evidence-based family support program that involves parents and adolescents together. It may help families improve support and wellbeing by giving structured guidance and group-based sessions.
Notre Dame, IndianaAges 12–75 - NCT05233150Recruiting
Parent–child coaching in primary care for young children
This study tests a parent–child relationship coaching program delivered through primary care. It may help families improve day-to-day interactions and child behavior using group sessions and virtual support.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 1.5 years–99 years - NCT06309329Enrolling by invitation
Strength at Home for Veteran Parents: A Study
This study tests a program called Strength at Home for veteran parents. It helps improve parenting and reduce stress for veterans with PTSD who have a child between 3 and 12 years old.
Temple, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06725160Recruiting
Happiness coaching for moms and their young children
This trial tests a program that helps mothers with depression learn positive parenting skills to boost their child's emotional well-being. If you are a mother with high depressive symptoms and have a child between 4 and 6 years old, this study may be an option.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 4–99 - NCT06898918Enrolling by invitation
Mothers' feeding habits and kids' eating and tooth health
This study looks at how mothers control their child's eating, how the child eats, and whether it relates to early childhood cavities. It may help families understand what affects their preschooler's dental health.
CairoAges 3–5 - NCT06109766Recruiting
Parenting support via video for birth parents
This trial tests whether offering parenting support over video calls can help birth parents involved with child welfare. It's designed for parents with a baby 6–12 months old who want to build stronger families.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT03641092Recruiting
Parenting program to improve kindergarten readiness
This trial tests a parenting support program for new parents of very young babies, with the goal of helping children be more ready for kindergarten. You may be a good match if you and your baby are able to attend one of the study sites and meet the basic baby and language requirements.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 3 months - NCT03906435Recruiting
Cognitive therapy to prevent problems for very premature NICU babies
This study offers a counseling approach to help prevent “Vulnerable Child Syndrome” in babies born very early and cared for in the NICU. It focuses on support during the early months after birth and compares outcomes for families getting the therapy versus usual support.
Dallas, TexasAges Any age - NCT05206708Recruiting
Personalized parent-child therapy for young children under 3
This study tests whether a tailored parent-child therapy can improve functional or behavior problems in children under 3. It may help by supporting parents with strategies that strengthen interactions and reduce troublesome behaviors.
BesançonAges Up to 3 years - NCT05230199Recruiting
Improving the hospital environment for newborn comfort
This study tests whether changing the hospital environment can improve comfort and care for newborns who are very early in life. It focuses on babies who are delivered early and enrolled right away after birth.
St Louis, MissouriAges 1 day–1 week - NCT05534568Recruiting
Parent support program for families affected by pregnancy substance use
This program aims to help mothers and young children get safer, better support services when substance use occurred during pregnancy. It may help connect you (or your child) to the right community resources and reduce risk of ongoing alcohol or drug exposure.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT05834907Recruiting
Parents of young kids in Early Head Start programs
This study supports parents whose children are in (or can join) Early Head Start in parts of Pennsylvania. It tests a parent program (“Hands and Hearts Together”) delivered in Spanish or English and may help families with parenting support.
College Park, MarylandAges 8 months+ - NCT06352229Recruiting
Playful learning program for babies
This study tests a playful early-learning program for babies in two areas of Denmark. It looks at how guided play time with parents might help babies develop.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT06455397Recruiting
Building emotional awareness and mental health for parents
This trial tests a program called BEAM that helps parents and caregivers of young children (ages 2–5) manage stress, depression, anxiety, or anger. You'll get support from a peer coach through check-ins and learn skills to feel better.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT06476951Recruiting
Parent-child activity program for kids with cancer
This study tests a parent-child activity program to see if it helps children with cancer stay active during treatment. It may support both you and your child in staying healthy and connected.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 6–14 - NCT06552832Recruiting
A study on children playing with their mothers
This trial is exploring if children and their mothers can take part in a simple play-based activity at home. It will help researchers understand if this type of study is possible and helpful for families.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 1–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for parent-child relations?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 37 recruiting parent-child relations 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 parent-child relations 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 parent-child relations 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.