Clinical trials
Parents clinical trials
Below are recruiting parents 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
- NCT07632053Recruiting
Support Program for Mothers With Opioid Addiction
This study offers support and treatment for mothers struggling with opioid use disorder who have a child age 5 or younger. Researchers will provide intervention and assess brain imaging to understand how best to help mothers and their families.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–50 - NCT06698081Recruiting
Multimedia help for parents of child's testicle surgery
This trial tests if showing a video during the consent process lowers anxiety for parents whose child is having orchiopexy (surgery to move a testicle into the scrotum). It may help you feel more comfortable and informed before signing consent.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07628569Recruiting
Yoga and values work to help parents of children with special needs
This study tests whether yoga classes and talking about your personal values can help parents of children with special needs feel less stressed and better able to manage their emotions. You would attend group sessions combining gentle movement and conversations about what matters most to you.
ÇorumAges 18 years+ - NCT05957055RecruitingPhase 2
ADHD medicine compared for kids with type 1 diabetes
This Phase 2 study compares two ADHD medicines—lisdexamfetamine and methylphenidate—in children who have ADHD and type 1 diabetes. It’s designed to see which option works better and is safe/effective for managing ADHD without causing major problems for diabetes care.
Lodz, Łódź VoivodeshipAges 8 years–16.5 years - NCT06713772Recruiting
Comparing skin closure methods in children after surgery
This study compares three ways to close a surgical wound in children (aged 18 or younger): skin glue, sticky tape, and stitches. The goal is to see which method works best for closing the wound quickly, looks good after healing, and keeps parents and children happiest.
Cheras, Kuala LumpurAges 1 day–18 years - NCT07594743Recruiting
Digital app to prevent depression in new fathers
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help fathers manage stress and mood after their baby is born. Researchers want to see if fathers find the app helpful and easy to use during this major life change.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT07594613Recruiting
Family study of resting metabolic rate in parents and adult children
This study looks at how your body burns energy at rest (resting metabolic rate) and whether it is similar between parents and their adult children. If you are part of a parent-child pair, you may be able to help researchers learn more about family patterns in metabolism.
Tel AvivAges 18–60 - NCT07574567Recruiting
Parenting Program to Reduce Family Violence in Tanzania
This study tests a parenting program called Familia Imara designed to help families in Tanzania reduce conflict and violence at home. It focuses on families with very young children (infants and toddlers under 2 years old) and involves both parents working together.
Dar es SalaamAges Any age - NCT03609112Recruiting
Study brain and thinking risks in children with solid tumors
This study looks at how cancer treatment may affect children’s thinking and brain health. It may help doctors better understand risks so they can monitor and support learning and memory during and after treatment.
Villejuif, Val De MarneAges Any age - NCT07563335Enrolling by invitation
Mental health support for parents of children with leukemia in Pakistan
This study offers a 12-week program designed to help parents and guardians manage the emotional stress of caring for a child with leukemia. The program is tailored to where you are in your caregiving journey and includes counseling and coping strategies.
Peshawar, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 18 years+ - NCT06723301Recruiting
Chatbot for parents of children with autism
This study tests a chatbot assistant to help parents of children with autism improve their problem-solving skills. It is designed for primary caregivers who can read and communicate in Chinese.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07544407Enrolling by invitation
Text-Based Diabetes Support for Parents
This study helps parents newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes learn to manage their condition while caring for young children. You'll receive text messages and join virtual sessions designed to support both your health and your family.
Pleasanton, CaliforniaAges 21–44 - NCT07516574Enrolling by invitation
Exercise program before scoliosis surgery in teens
This trial tests whether doing special exercises before spine surgery helps teens with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (a sideways curve of the spine). The goal is to see if pre-surgery exercise improves how patients recover and feel after surgery.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 10–18 - NCT07515534Recruiting
Early Parent Education for Better Baby Sleep
This study tests whether teaching parents about healthy sleep habits before their baby is born helps children sleep better. Researchers will compare families who get this early education to those who don't.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT07506421Recruiting
Hope groups for parenting and mental health
This study tests a program called Hope Groups that helps refugee parents and caregivers with parenting and mental health. You would attend group sessions with other parents to learn and share experiences.
JerashAges 18 years+ - NCT07494929Recruiting
A prevention program for pre-teens and families
This study tests a program called Mentalization-Based Prevention that helps pre-teens (ages 8–11) and their families build emotional understanding and coping skills. The goal is to strengthen well-being and prevent mental-health challenges before they start.
HeidelbergAges 8 years+ - NCT07483515Recruiting
Bonding before birth: an app for first-time parents
This trial tests a mobile health app for first-time expectant couples to strengthen bonding during pregnancy. It may help reduce stress and improve emotional connection.
SingaporeAges 21–75 - NCT07469566Recruiting
Studying the natural course of 7q11.23 microduplication syndrome
This study follows people with a rare genetic condition called 7q11.23 microduplication over time to understand how it affects development, learning, and health. Participants will have interviews, thinking and memory tests, and an MRI brain scan.
BronAges 5–50 - NCT06794879Recruiting
Parent survey on children's pain and sedation
This trial asks parents to fill out a survey about how their child's pain and sedation are managed during blood draws or other procedures. The goal is to understand parents' views and improve care for children.
Bologna, ItalyAges Any age - NCT06795347Recruiting
Online parenting support for mothers with mental health challenges
This trial tests an online video coaching program (VIPP-SD) to help mothers with serious mental health conditions build a strong bond with their child. The goal is to improve the child's wellbeing and resilience. It compares the program to the usual support that families already receive.
Odense C, Region SyddanmarkAges 1–3 - NCT07441148Recruiting
Digital vs. parent-led toothbrushing for kids
This study compares two ways of teaching children how to brush: with a digital tool or by having a parent show them. It looks at how well they brush and how their teeth look after brushing.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 3–6 - NCT07436195Recruiting
Epigenetics and cell-free DNA in gestational diabetes study
This study looks at how changes in DNA (called epigenetics) might affect gestational diabetes in pregnancy. It aims to understand these changes using cell-free DNA from the mother and father.
Ulm, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT07432789Recruiting
Testing a motion app for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a smartphone app that measures how children with cerebral palsy move. It aims to see if the app can accurately track motor abilities, which could help doctors and families monitor progress more easily.
DijonAges 6–18 - NCT07430774Recruiting
Depression, emotions, and heart rate in teens
This study looks at how your relationship with your parent and your emotions affect your heart rate and depression. You will wear a Fitbit for a week and answer questionnaires about your feelings and daily habits.
Dallas, TexasAges 12–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for parents?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 395 recruiting parents 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 parents 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 parents 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.