Clinical trials
Peer Support clinical trials
Below are recruiting peer support clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 70 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07620171Enrolling by invitation
Peer Support to Help You Stay in Opioid Treatment
This study tests whether talking regularly with someone who has recovered from opioid addiction helps you stay in buprenorphine treatment longer. Buprenorphine is a medication that reduces cravings and withdrawal, and peer support may help you stick with it.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05842889Recruiting
Peer support for adults receiving acute care in Brazil
This trial studies how peer support (support from people with lived experience) can be adapted and used for adults getting urgent hospital care in Campinas, Brazil. If you’re an adult in acute care there, you may be able to participate.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06976710Recruiting
Improving communication before colon or rectal cancer surgery
This trial is testing a way to improve communication between you and your surgical team before colon or rectal cancer surgery. It's for adults having major surgery that aims to cure their cancer.
Coffs Harbour, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT06823453Recruiting
Training friends and family to support people who use opioids
This study trains friends and family members of people who use opioids, so they can provide better support and reduce stigma. It also includes people who use opioids to see if this training improves their relationship and well-being.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06790641Recruiting
Supporting mental health during and after pregnancy
This study aims to improve mental health care for people during and after pregnancy. It involves interviews or focus groups with healthcare providers, peer mentors, and patients to understand how to make support services more helpful and accessible.
Shrewsbury, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT07499466Recruiting
Peer support for breastfeeding mothers facing hardship
This study tests whether extra support from another mother (a peer supporter) can help women who are facing serious financial or social challenges successfully breastfeed. If you are a new mother with a baby at HFME, want to breastfeed, and are struggling economically, this program may offer free, friendly help.
Bron, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06528132Recruiting
Mindfulness for older adults with low mood
This trial tests a social worker-led mindfulness program for older adults with mild to moderate depressive symptoms. The goal is to see if it helps improve mood and well-being.
Eastern DistrictAges 60 years+ - NCT07030192Recruiting
Peer Support Workers Study for Emergency Patients
This study looks at whether it is possible to offer peer support workers (people with lived experience of substance use) to patients in the Emergency Department at Vancouver General Hospital. The goal is to see if patients find this helpful and if it can improve their experience and well-being.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04978168Recruiting
Peer support and opioid treatment help for people on probation
This study tests whether adding peer recovery support and coordinated opioid treatment support can improve care for people with opioid use disorder (OUD) who are on probation. It also trains and involves probation and treatment staff to better support clients over 12 months.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05336318Recruiting
Peer support program for young people after cancer
This trial studies a peer-to-peer support program, where young cancer survivors support others who are newly diagnosed. It may help by improving emotional support and coping while you go through cancer treatment and recovery.
Leipzig, SaxonyAges 18–39 - NCT05945277Recruiting
Peer support after a recent hospital stay
This trial tests a “critical time intervention” approach with peer support for people with a psychotic disorder soon after leaving psychiatric inpatient care. It may help by providing practical support during a high-risk period for relapse and distress.
LisbonAges 18–65 - NCT04197258Recruiting
Peer support after stroke for people going home from rehab
This study tests whether a personal “peer” supporter can help you after discharge home following a stroke. It’s meant to improve how stroke patients cope and to understand what support works best.
Saint-Genis-LavalAges 18 years+ - NCT05988996Enrolling by invitation
Peer support groups for NICU families
This trial is testing a peer support group program for parents of babies in the NICU. It aims to help families feel supported and connected during a stressful time.
Portland, OregonAges 18–70 - NCT07317986Recruiting
Virtual peer support for type 1 diabetes in Canada
This study tests a customized virtual peer support program for people living with type 1 diabetes or other rare insulin-requiring forms of diabetes, as well as their loved ones. It aims to connect participants with others who understand their experiences and provide support remotely.
Québec, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07054125Recruiting
CGM, education, and peer support for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests if using a continuous glucose monitor (a small sensor that tracks your blood sugar), combined with diabetes education and support from others with diabetes, can help people with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar. You may qualify if your blood sugar is not well controlled (A1c above 8%).
Asheville, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07425925Recruiting
Peer support to reduce HIV stigma in teens
This trial tests a digital peer-support program to help adolescents living with HIV in Ethiopia feel less stigma. It uses group chats with trained peers to share experiences and support.
Arba Minch, South EthiopiaAges 14–22 - NCT06558955Recruiting
Preventing baby tooth decay with text support for new moms
This study tests a program that uses text messages and online support to help new moms prevent cavities in their baby's teeth. It provides tips and support from other parents to make dental care easier for your little one.
SingaporeAges 21 years+ - NCT07498283Recruiting
Peer mentor support for atrial fibrillation
This study tests if having a peer mentor—someone who has been through similar health experiences—can help people with atrial fibrillation who have lower income or education levels. You would talk with a mentor and fill out surveys to see if this support improves your well-being.
Herlev, Capital RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT07439783Enrolling by invitation
Testing a training program to improve staff retention in child welfare
This trial tests a new training model designed to help keep child welfare supervisors and their teams (including case workers and peer supporters) happy and on the job, so they can better help families. It focuses on agencies that are part of Ohio START.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07044531Recruiting
Peer recovery supporter training program study
This study tests a new training platform for peer recovery support specialists (PRSS). If you are in recovery and want to help others, this program could give you the skills you need.
Solon, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07197801Recruiting
Peer support program for opioid use disorder treatment
This study tests if a peer recovery support program helps people stay in treatment for opioid use disorder. Participants who recently started medication for opioid use disorder may get extra support from a peer who has been through recovery themselves.
Danville, PennsylvaniaAges 18–89 - NCT06269081Recruiting
Testing two programs to help older rural adults with HIV
This study tests two different programs to see if they can improve health and quality of life for older adults living with HIV in rural areas. You may join if you live in certain states and have a phone.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 50 years+ - NCT07213492Recruiting
Support program for young adults with bipolar disorder
This study tests a program to help young adults with a recent bipolar diagnosis move from hospital back to their community. You would get education sessions and support from peers to make the transition smoother.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18–35 - NCT06837662Recruiting
Counseling and peer support for opioid use disorder in primary care
This study tests whether adding counseling and peer support helps people with opioid use disorder and other medical problems stay in treatment. It is for patients seen at Central City Concern in Portland who are starting or restarting medication for opioid use disorder, or who are not yet on medication but want help.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for peer support?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 70 recruiting peer support 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 peer support 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 peer support 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.