Clinical trials
Problem Behavior clinical trials
Below are recruiting problem behavior clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 69 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06695663Recruiting
Training and trials to improve child mental health referrals
This study tests a training program for primary care providers (PCCs) and a referral process for parents of young children (ages 3-8). It aims to help families get the right mental health support for their child.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–100 - NCT05591820Recruiting
Brief parent training for kids’ behavior at home
This study tests a short program that helps parents manage challenging behaviors in daily life. It may help families teach consistent routines and responses to behaviors like hyperactivity, impulsivity, inattention, or opposiveness.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 2–11 - NCT06651606Recruiting
Preventing relapse of problem behavior in kids with disabilities
This trial tests a new approach to help children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities reduce problem behaviors and avoid relapses. It uses ideas from behavioral economics to find what works best for each person.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 6–21 - NCT06984809Recruiting
Invest in Play: a parent program for children with behavior problems
This study tests a new program called 'Invest in Play' that helps parents of children with behavior problems. The goal is to see if learning new ways to play and interact with your child can improve their behavior.
Bergen, FyllingdalenAges 18 years+ - NCT06852443Recruiting
Therapeutic chat to reduce CSAM use
This trial tests a therapeutic chat program designed to help people reduce their use of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). It is for adults who have used CSAM recently or worry about their risk.
BerlinAges 18–99 - NCT06127030Recruiting
Teacher training for managing classroom behavior problems
This trial tests a brief training for elementary school teachers to help them manage disruptive behaviors in a specific student. It may help your child if they have frequent behavioral difficulties in the classroom and don't have autism or take medication for behavior issues.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 4–13 - NCT06084910Recruiting
Building confidence for school readiness in young children
This study helps African American children ages 2 to 4 get ready for school by supporting their self-confidence. Parents and children will take part in activities and interviews over about 15 months.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 2 years+ - NCT06902649Recruiting
Step-by-step: A new care model for kids with anger or behavior issues
This study tests a step-by-step care model for children aged 8 to 16 who struggle with anger, defiance, or aggressive behavior. The goal is to see if offering different levels of support can help families manage these behaviors effectively.
SolnaAges 8–16 - NCT06771284Recruiting
Helping young children with behavior challenges
This study looks at understanding and improving problem behavior in young children with developmental delays. If your child is between birth and 5 years old, has a developmental delay, and shows problem behavior, you and your early intervention professional can be coached by researchers to help your child.
Las Vegas, NevadaAges birth–5 years - NCT05928247Recruiting
Behavior program for frequent challenging behaviors in children
This trial tests a structured (manualized) assessment and treatment approach for children who have very frequent challenging behaviors despite prior help. It aims to reduce these behaviors and improve daily functioning by targeting what keeps the behavior going.
Somerset, New JerseyAges 3–17 - NCT06597474RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Food-Body-Mind wellness program for preschoolers
This study tests a 16-week program called Food-Body-Mind that helps preschoolers and their families build healthy habits. It focuses on movement, eating well, and feeling good about your body, and is designed for children ages 3 to 5 in Head Start programs.
Jackson, MichiganAges 3–5 - NCT07469215Recruiting
Parent training with AI support for child behavior issues
This study tests a parent training program for children aged 5–12 with disruptive behaviors. Some parents will also get AI support. The goal is to see if AI helps improve the training's effects.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 5–12 - NCT06788028Recruiting
Mental health support for children in Azerbaijan
This trial tests a program to help children ages 7 to 14 who may be at risk for emotional or behavioral problems. It aims to see if providing support to both the child and their parent can improve their mental health.
Baku, AzerbaijanAges 7–14 - 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 - NCT06262958Recruiting
Early help for teen alcohol and substance issues
This study looks at early help for alcohol and substance use in teenagers. The goal is to see if early support can improve outcomes for young people who have been treated at a psychiatric clinic.
KuopioAges 14–19 - NCT06732219Recruiting
Pilot trial to prevent relapse of severe problem behavior
This trial tests a new way to help children and teens with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) avoid relapsing into severe problem behaviors like aggression or self-injury. It focuses on behaviors that are triggered by wanting attention or access to favorite items.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 6–17 - NCT07473024Recruiting
Brain wave guided anesthesia and child behavior
This trial studies whether special brain wave monitoring during anesthesia can help improve children's behavior after surgery. It is for children ages 3 to 10 having certain types of surgery that last more than an hour.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 3–10 - NCT04017286Recruiting
Pregnancy mental health survey and baby development outcomes study
This study looks at how a pregnant person’s mental well-being during pregnancy relates to their child’s later behavior and development. It mainly involves questionnaires and comparing outcomes, and it may help researchers understand what pregnancy mental health supports best.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 3 months–6 years - NCT04946253Recruiting
Help in teams to improve care for kids with behavior problems
This study tests a program to help pediatric practice teams work together better, led by clinic leadership and managers, to support children’s behavioral health. Caregivers of children ages 5–12 with behavior problems may also be involved to connect care at home and in the clinic.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05665179Recruiting
Community program for people receiving addiction treatment
This trial is focused on people who are currently getting treatment for substance use disorder. It aims to test community partnership approaches that reduce barriers and improve support during recovery.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT03420339RecruitingPhase 4
Stimulant medicine effects on disruptive behavior in kids
This trial studies how ADHD stimulant medicine may change disruptive behaviors like aggression, tantrums, or refusing instructions. It may help clinicians understand whether stimulant dosing is supporting both ADHD symptoms and day-to-day behavior.
Iowa City, IowaAges 4–12 - NCT05829668Recruiting
Behavior plan study for children with Cornelia de Lange syndrome
This study tests a structured behavior assessment and treatment program for children with Cornelia de Lange syndrome who have challenging behaviors. It may help reduce self-injury, aggression, and disruptive behavior through a plan families can carry out.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–15 - NCT04763720Enrolling by invitation
Therapy for kids with attachment and trauma difficulties
This trial studies a special type of parent-and-child therapy called Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) for children who struggle with relationships or attachment after trauma, including neglect or emotional abuse. It may help families improve safety, closeness, and communication through guided sessions.
Skien, Vestfold Og TelemarkAges 5–99 - NCT06505980Recruiting
Parent training for child behavior concerns
This trial tests a brief telehealth program to help parents manage their child's challenging behaviors. It may help if your child has elevated behavior issues and you can participate online.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 3–5
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for problem behavior?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 69 recruiting problem behavior 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 problem behavior 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 problem behavior 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.