Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Parenting clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 21 recruiting parenting studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- 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 - 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.
Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaAges 8 months+ - NCT06823518Recruiting
Parent support program for US Air Force families
This study offers an educational program for US Air Force parents and caregivers of children ages 0-18. It aims to help families thrive by providing support and resources that can be accessed through technology.
University Park, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04627415Recruiting
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 - NCT07672067Recruiting
Talking about sexuality with your teen
This study tests a program to help parents talk with their teen sons about sexuality. It may help families feel more comfortable discussing important topics.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–100 - NCT05299814Recruiting
Study how parent emotion skills affect ADHD treatment
This study looks at whether helping parents manage their emotions can improve how their child with ADHD does. You may be asked to track emotions and behavior at home to better understand what supports work best.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 5–12 - NCT05703347Recruiting
Mobile app coaching to improve sleep and prevent childhood obesity
This study tests a mobile health app that helps children get better sleep, aiming to support healthier weight over time. It is designed for children who are getting less sleep than recommended and are in the higher-but-not-highest weight range for their age.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 8–12 - NCT06111040Recruiting
Parenting study for food-driven young children
This study tests a program to help parents handle feeding their 4- or 5-year-old child who is very motivated by food. It aims to support healthy eating habits.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 4–5 - NCT04294134Enrolling by invitation
Support program for mothers in residential substance treatment
This trial tests a support program for mothers (pregnant or with young children) who are in residential substance use treatment. It aims to improve well-being, family stability, and child safety—especially when children are at risk or in out-of-home placement.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1.5 years–99 years - NCT04997109Recruiting
Telemedicine for early constraint therapy in young children with CP
This trial studies a home-based (telemedicine) version of a therapy called constraint therapy for very young babies at risk for or diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP). The goal is to improve how well the affected arm/hand works by encouraging use of the more affected side.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 4 months–1.1 years - NCT05977348Recruiting
Preschool nutrition lessons to help prevent future obesity
This trial tests a program to improve food knowledge and healthy eating habits in preschool children. It may help families by teaching practical ways to choose and handle foods earlier to reduce later obesity risk.
University Park, PennsylvaniaAges 3–6 - NCT06296394Recruiting
Health outcomes for new parents with cystic fibrosis
This study looks at the health of parents with cystic fibrosis who have recently become a first-time parent to a young child. It aims to understand how parenting affects their health.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06540547Recruiting
ADHD management study for pregnant women
This study tests ways to help pregnant women with ADHD manage their symptoms. It aims to support both the mother and baby during pregnancy and after birth.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–55 - NCT06593613Recruiting
RUBI program for autistic adults and their parents
This trial tests a program called RUBI for autistic adults who have mild to moderate challenging behaviors like outbursts or verbal aggression. You and your parent will attend sessions together to learn new skills.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06635148RecruitingPhase 2
Long-term study for geographic atrophy treatment
This study is for people who already took part in a previous trial for geographic atrophy (a late stage of dry age-related macular degeneration) and received the study drug or a sham. It looks at the long-term safety of the treatment over time.
Erie, PennsylvaniaAges 60 years+ - NCT07039253Recruiting
Dating violence prevention program for teens and parents
This study tests a program during a regular check-up that helps teens and their parents learn about healthy relationships and prevent dating violence. It takes place at a primary care clinic and involves both you and your teen.
Monongahela, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT07081724Recruiting
Early help program for toddlers waiting for autism diagnosis
This program offers early support for children aged 16 to 48 months who are waiting for an autism evaluation. It focuses on providing helpful strategies and activities while families wait for a formal diagnosis.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1.3 years–4 years - NCT05142605Recruiting
Grief therapy for parents who lost a child to cancer
This study compares different grief-therapy approaches for parents (and their support people) after they lose a child diagnosed with cancer. It may help if your grief feels especially intense and long-lasting, and you are willing to take part in English telehealth sessions.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT01073475Recruiting
Pregnancy and birth registry for community health research
This trial is a long-term registry that collects pregnancy and birth information in a community to help researchers study maternal and newborn health. It may help you and others by improving understanding of care and outcomes across many pregnancies.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT07425691Recruiting
A program for teens with chronic pain and their parents
This study offers a program to help teens with chronic pain learn skills to manage their pain and improve daily life. The program includes both the teen and a parent, so it's a team effort.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 10–17
Parenting trials by city in Pennsylvania
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting parenting studies listed above.
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 5 studies
- Drexel University · 2 studies
- Lehigh University · 2 studies
- The Pennsylvania State University · 2 studies
- University of Pennsylvania · 2 studies
- University of Pittsburgh · 2 studies
- Erie Retina Research
- Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC
What taking part in a parenting study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Parenting trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there parenting clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 21 recruiting parenting studies with a site in Pennsylvania, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a parenting study in Pennsylvania?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a parenting trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New parenting studies open in Pennsylvania regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.