Clinical trials
Parenting clinical trials
Below are recruiting parenting clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 395 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05332275Recruiting
Online parenting program to help with middle school kids
This trial tests an online program and phone “reminder” messages to help parents with middle school-aged children. If you have internet access and can read basic English, you may be invited to join the parent intervention groups.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 10–14 - NCT04797455Recruiting
Parent program for teens in inpatient mental health care
This study tests an intervention (a structured parent-focused program) for parents of teens who are currently hospitalized for suicidal thoughts or a suicide attempt. It may help families learn ways to support their teen during and after hospitalization.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 12–85 - 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 - NCT07341815Recruiting
Support for parents with cancer and their children
This trial offers a talking support program to help parents with advanced cancer communicate better with their children aged 10 to 25. It focuses on open conversations about the illness and its impact on family life.
AnderlechtAges 18 years+ - NCT07458009Recruiting
Parenting program for young children's healthy habits
This study tests an online program for parents to help improve their preschool child's health behaviors like eating and physical activity. If you join, you'll take part in a 4-week program and fill out surveys.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07410858Recruiting
Virtual reality education for NICU parents
This study tests whether a virtual reality program can help parents learn about their baby's care in the NICU. If you join, you would use a VR headset to learn while your baby is in the hospital.
Ismailia, Ismailia, Egypt.Ages 18 years+ - NCT07240571Recruiting
Family support program for caregivers and teens
This study tests a program designed to help families with teens aged 10-14. Caregivers and their adolescents will learn skills together to strengthen their relationship and cope with challenges.
ChisinauAges 10–14 - NCT07687524Recruiting
Study on parent-child interaction for healthy growth
This study looks at how parents and children interact day to day to help support healthy growth. It tests a program that teaches parents about everyday behavior patterns to strengthen their relationship with their child.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 2–65 - NCT07749521Recruiting
Treating depressed parents of children with behavioural problems
This study tests a virtual group treatment to help parents with mild to moderate depression improve their own wellbeing and better support their child's emotional and behavioural health. If you are a parent with depression and have a child aged 6-11 who is struggling emotionally or behaviourally, this trial may be for you.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07607613Recruiting
Support for LGBTQ+ Parents with Depression Risk
This study offers group support sessions for LGBTQ+ parents who are pregnant or recently had a baby and are experiencing mild depression or worry about postpartum depression. The goal is to help prevent depression from getting worse and improve emotional well-being during this important life transition.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07421830Recruiting
Parent training to boost physical activity in kids with autism
This trial tests a program that teaches parents how to help their preschool-aged child with autism be more physically active. If you have a child with autism between ages 3 and 6, this program might give you practical tools to support their movement and play.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07818382Recruiting
Parent and child eating research study
This study looks at how parents and children interact during mealtimes, especially when children eat when they are not hungry. We want to understand how a child's natural appetite and a parent's feeding style are related.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 5–99 - NCT07435740Recruiting
Online sleep coaching for parents of autistic children
This study tests a telehealth program where parents learn techniques to help their young child with autism fall asleep and stay asleep. The goal is to improve the child's sleep without needing medication.
Cleveland, OhioAges 3–7 - NCT07419308Enrolling by invitation
Parenting program for male caregivers of children in mental health care
This trial tests a program called 'Connecting and Reflecting Experience' (CARE) for male caregivers. It's designed to help you connect better with your child while they are receiving mental health services.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07144800Recruiting
Healthy eating and activity program for Hispanic families
This study tests a program to help Hispanic families with overweight or obesity eat healthier and be more active. It focuses on parents and their children aged 8-12, and may help improve family health.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07118293Enrolling by invitation
Sensory therapy program for kids with developmental disabilities
This study tests a family-focused therapy program that uses calming sensory activities to help children with developmental disabilities engage better and feel more empowered. It also supports parents by giving them tools and confidence.
TainanAges 3–12 - NCT06315114Recruiting
Parenting support therapy for mental health
This study tests a talking therapy that helps parents with mental health challenges to better understand and connect with their child. It is designed for parents who are already getting help for conditions like anxiety, PTSD, or personality disorders.
Gentofte Municipality, Capital RegionAges 18–65 - NCT06976463Recruiting
Parent knowledge of infant choking and CPR
This study tests whether a training program improves parents' ability to help a choking infant or perform CPR. It may be a good fit if you are willing to learn first aid for your baby.
Krakow, Lesser Poland VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT05686473Recruiting
Parent teaching program for children with prenatal alcohol exposure
This study offers a structured teaching program for parents of children who were exposed to alcohol before birth (prenatal alcohol exposure). It aims to help families better understand the child’s needs and how to support development and daily functioning.
ArendalAges 2–18 - NCT07075614Enrolling by invitation
Parent training for kids with autism or high-risk infants
This study tests a parent training program for children with autism or for infants under 2 who show early signs of autism. The program helps parents learn ways to support their child's development.
IstanbulAges birth–5 years - NCT07060573Recruiting
Parent-led mouth stimulation to help premature babies suck
This study tests if gentle mouth stimulation done by parents helps premature babies (around 34–36 weeks) learn to suck better. If your baby is stable and doesn’t have certain face or muscle conditions, this may help them feed sooner.
Guadalajara, JaliscoAges 8 months–8 months - NCT07047378Recruiting
ACT training for parents and kids at risk
This trial tests a 6-week program using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help reduce parental burnout and improve child well-being. It is for Cantonese-speaking families in Hong Kong who are experiencing emotional distress or are at risk of domestic violence.
Kwun TongAges 3–65 - NCT07040462Recruiting
Parent-child therapy after the 2023 Turkish earthquake
This study tests a therapy for young children (ages 3–6) and their parents who lived through the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake. It aims to help kids heal from trauma by improving the parent-child bond through weekly sessions.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 3–65 - NCT07019389Enrolling by invitation
Food allergy anxiety scale study for Turkish families
This study tests Turkish versions of surveys that measure anxiety about food allergies in children and their parents. It aims to make sure these surveys work well for Turkish-speaking families.
IstanbulAges 8–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for parenting?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 395 recruiting parenting 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 parenting 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 parenting 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.