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
- NCT07407842Enrolling by invitation
Recovery through peer support for mental health
This study tests a peer support program where people with similar mental health experiences help each other in recovery. It's for adults in Sweden who receive mental health services and have conditions like mood, anxiety, or psychotic disorders.
LundAges 18 years+ - NCT07214233Recruiting
Youth empowerment and safety study for LGBTQ+ teens
This trial tests a program to help sexual and gender minority youth (ages 12-17) who have been involved with systems like juvenile justice or mental health services and have had thoughts of self-harm. It includes a caregiver to support the teen.
Cleveland, OhioAges 12–17 - NCT07097818Recruiting
GLITTER Study: Better Blood Sugar Control in Type 1 Diabetes
This study tests a program to help people with type 1 diabetes improve their blood sugar control using continuous glucose monitors, insulin pumps, and education sessions. It includes remote monitoring and camp activities for some participants.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 6 years+ - NCT07002866Recruiting
PrEP access and adherence study for young women in Uganda
This study tests a program to help adolescent girls and young women at high risk of HIV take PrEP consistently. It aims to improve access and adherence to PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV.
St Louis, MissouriAges 15–24 - NCT06964880Recruiting
Peer support program for obesity and muscle loss awareness in college students
This study tests whether a peer support program (using videos and messages) can help college students become more aware of obesity and muscle loss. It is for students at one university in central Taiwan who are slightly overweight or have higher body fat, and who are otherwise healthy.
TaichungAges 18–25 - NCT06921382Recruiting
Breastfeeding help to prevent childhood obesity
This study offers breastfeeding support to new mothers to help prevent childhood obesity. It is for Hispanic mothers who plan to breastfeed and are eligible for WIC.
Greensboro, North CarolinaAges 5 days+ - NCT07539142Recruiting
Community Support Program for Gun Injury Survivors
This study offers support and care coordination to people recovering from gunshot wounds in Central Arkansas. Researchers want to understand how connecting survivors with community resources helps them heal physically and emotionally.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06374238Recruiting
Peer support for young people with sickle cell pain
This study tests whether having a peer mentor who also has sickle cell disease can help young people manage chronic pain. You would use a mobile app to connect with your mentor and track your pain.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 16–39 - NCT06071858Recruiting
Enhanced coordinated care for early psychosis
This trial studies an enhanced version of coordinated specialty care (CSC) for people experiencing their first episode of psychosis. It aims to improve outcomes by providing more intensive support and coordination among different healthcare providers.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT05897164Recruiting
Mobile app to help teens cut back on substance use
This study tests a mobile app designed to help teens who use alcohol or drugs cut back or stop. You and your teen would use the app together and get support from the study team by text.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 13 years+ - NCT07676188Recruiting
Diabetes help with finances and social needs (LINKD)
This study tests whether connecting people with diabetes to a peer supporter and social services can improve blood sugar control. It is for adults who have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, struggle with costs or basic needs, and want help.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07778394Recruiting
Smartphone app to support recovery from opioid use disorder
This study is testing a smartphone app to help people who are starting or restarting medication for opioid use disorder. If you join, you'll use the app to support your recovery journey.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 22 years+ - NCT07844655Recruiting
Wellness study for PSP and CBD
This study explores how wellness activities, like exercise, might help people with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) or corticobasal degeneration (CBD). Participation involves filling out electronic questionnaires and engaging in exercise, with the goal of improving quality of life.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19 years+ - NCT07485335RecruitingPhase 4
Overdose prevention support after emergency department care
This study tests a package of support services to help people who have had an opioid overdose and are starting buprenorphine in the emergency department. The goal is to keep them safe and reduce the chance of another overdose.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 19 years+ - NCT06696157Recruiting
Peer recovery support for opioid use disorder treatment
This trial tests a peer recovery support program for people starting inpatient treatment for opioid use disorder. It aims to help you stay on medication for opioid use disorder and build a strong recovery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05739565Recruiting
Peer-supported exercise program for men with prostate cancer
This trial tests whether a structured physical activity plan, supported by peers (other participants), can help men with prostate cancer who are currently not very active. It aims to improve motivation and make it easier to exercise safely.
ChambéryAges 18 years+ - NCT05918601Recruiting
Peer support program for drug recovery support
This program offers personalized support led by trained peers for people who have used drugs in the last year. You may be able to join as a participant if you meet the language, age, and recent drug-use criteria, or apply as a peer supporter if you have medical background and pass training.
Hong KongAges Any age - NCT07356492Recruiting
Support program for transitioning service members at moderate suicide risk
This study tests a program to help service members who are at moderate risk for suicide as they transition from military to civilian life.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05487846Recruiting
Peer support during genetic testing for metastatic prostate cancer
This trial offers support from a trained peer to help African American men understand and go through genetic testing for prostate cancer. It may help you feel less overwhelmed and better prepared during the testing and decision-making process.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07408128RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Exercise app for older adults with cancer
This study tests a 12-week exercise program delivered through a mobile app to help older adults with cancer improve their physical function and quality of life. Participants will receive an exercise plan and support via their smartphone or tablet.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 60 years+ - NCT06573476Recruiting
Smartphone app and peer coach for opioid treatment
This study tests whether a smartphone app and support from a peer recovery coach can help Black and Latinx individuals with opioid use disorder start buprenorphine treatment. The goal is to reduce overdose deaths and address racial gaps in care.
New York, New YorkAges 18–99 - NCT06261463Recruiting
Peer-led support group for refugee families in Chicago
This study is testing a support program led by trained peers to help refugee families strengthen family bonds and cope with challenges. It is designed for Arabic-speaking families who have recently settled in Chicago.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 12–55
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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.