Clinical trials
Stigma clinical trials
Below are recruiting stigma clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 39 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07786441RecruitingPhase 1
Study to reduce stigma among traditional healers
This trial looks at how to lessen stigma for men who have sex with men and are also traditional healers. It may help make healthcare more welcoming for this group.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT06567145Recruiting
Group therapy for self-stigma in mental health
This study tests a group therapy program designed to help people with mental health conditions reduce the shame and stigma they feel about their illness. It takes place in northeastern Italy and is for people who are stable on their current medications.
VeronaAges 18 years+ - NCT07474363Recruiting
Depression differences between men and women
This study looks at how depression affects men and women differently, including symptoms, strength to cope (resilience), and feelings of stigma. It aims to understand these differences to improve treatment.
Eskişehir, EskişehirAges 18–65 - 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 - NCT07064928Enrolling by invitation
Reducing HIV stigma in pregnancy and after birth
This study tests a program to reduce stigma related to HIV among pregnant women and new mothers. You may be eligible if you are living with HIV, are between 24 and 36 weeks pregnant, and plan to stay in the area for at least 6 months after your baby is born.
AccraAges 14 years+ - NCT06951542Enrolling by invitation
Reducing HIV and mental health stigma in Malawi
This study tests a program to reduce stigma for people living with HIV who also have symptoms of depression. It aims to improve mental health and HIV outcomes.
MulanjeAges 18 years+ - NCT07863310Recruiting
Epilepsy stigma education with nurse support
This trial tests a nurse-led program to help people with epilepsy understand and cope with stigma, which may improve their quality of life and self-esteem.
MalatyaAges 18 years+ - NCT07732660Recruiting
Building skills and reducing stigma for young people with HIV in Zambia
This trial helps young people aged 18 to 24 living with HIV in three districts of Zambia. It aims to reduce stigma and build job skills to improve their lives.
Lusaka, Lusaka ProvinceAges 18–24 - NCT07706634Recruiting
Helping people with HIV stay in care
This study tests ways to help people living with HIV in Indonesia stay engaged in their care. It may help you if you want extra support to keep up with your appointments and treatment.
Depok, West JavaAges 18 years+ - NCT07541131Enrolling by invitation
Reducing HIV stigma to improve treatment access for drug users
This study tests whether reducing stigma and discrimination against people who use drugs can help more people access HIV treatment and prevention. You would participate in peer-led group sessions and surveys over 18 months to help researchers understand how stigma affects treatment access in Bishkek.
BishkekAges 18 years+ - NCT07509827Recruiting
App-based program to help prevent HIV and reduce stigma
This study tests a mobile health program to help young transgender women prevent HIV and cope with stigma. Participants use an app and are not yet taking PrEP daily or have trouble sticking with it.
Bangkok, BangkapiAges 18–29 - NCT07430761Recruiting
Stigma and tremor suppression in essential tremor
This study looks at how stigma (feeling embarrassed or judged) affects people with essential tremor who are planning to have a focused ultrasound procedure to reduce their tremor. It aims to understand feelings before and after treatment.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06857071Recruiting
Using social networks to find undiagnosed HIV cases
This study tests whether asking people with a new HIV diagnosis to invite their friends and contacts for testing can find more undiagnosed cases and reduce stigma. If you or someone you know was recently diagnosed with HIV in the Msunduzi area, this could help connect more people to care.
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-NatalAges 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+ - NCT06576648Recruiting
HIV prevention study for young transgender women in Thailand
This study aims to reduce HIV stigma and improve PrEP use among young transgender women in Thailand. It is testing a new program to help those who are not already taking PrEP consistently.
BangkokAges 18–29 - NCT05906238Recruiting
Study to reduce harm from obesity stigma
This trial looks at ways to lessen the negative effects that people may experience from weight-related stigma. It’s meant to help improve well-being for people living with obesity.
Poitiers, VienneAges 18 years+ - NCT05807867Recruiting
Support program to help women with HIV keep treatment working
This study tests a stigma-reducing support program to help women living with HIV and serious mental illness stay adherent to HIV treatment. It focuses on sustaining viral suppression by addressing stigma that can make care harder, and it involves family and community leaders as part of the approach.
GaboroneAges 18–65 - NCT05698589Recruiting
Therapy program to reduce self-stigma in mental health
This study looks at how a program may help people with long-term mental health conditions feel less shame about their diagnosis (self-stigma). It is meant for adults who are stable enough to participate and who speak French.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT07856927Recruiting
Support group for caregivers of autistic young adults
This study tests a group intervention to help family caregivers of autistic young adults (ages 18-26) navigate disclosure and stigma. If you are a primary caregiver, you may find support and strategies to handle these challenges.
Madison, WisconsinAges Any age - NCT06487130Recruiting
Australia menopause registry study
This study is building a registry to better understand and support Australians going through perimenopause or menopause. By joining, you help researchers learn about the experiences and needs of people in this stage of life.
AdelaideAges 18 years+ - NCT07751978Recruiting
HIV care support for women who inject drugs
This study tests a program to help women living with HIV who also inject drugs stay engaged in their HIV care. It aims to reduce stigma and improve health outcomes.
Kyiv, Kyiv OblastAges 18 years+ - NCT07742722Recruiting
Peer support for veterans with mental health and substance use issues
This study tests a program where trained peer supporters help veterans who have been involved with the justice system and have mental health or substance use issues. It aims to improve their well-being and recovery.
Bedford, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07658066Recruiting
Football to reduce stigma toward mental illness in students
This study tests whether playing football (soccer) can help reduce stigma toward mental illness. It compares the effectiveness of actual interaction with people who have mental illness versus watching videos. If you are a healthy university student who can safely play football, you may be eligible.
Kaohsiung CityAges 18–30 - NCT07495059Recruiting
HIV prevention and care study for transgender women
This trial tests an adapted approach to improve HIV prevention and care for transgender women in Ho Chi Minh City. It aims to help participants stay healthy and access services.
Ho Chi Minh CityAges 16 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stigma?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 39 recruiting stigma 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 stigma 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 stigma 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.