Clinical trials · Providence, RI
Substance Use Disorders clinical trials in Providence
We’re tracking 17 recruiting substance use disorders studies with a site in or near Providence — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Providence
- NCT07420283RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Brenipatide for opioid use disorder
This trial tests a new medicine called Brenipatide for people with opioid use disorder who are already taking buprenorphine but still occasionally use non-prescribed opioids. It aims to see if the study drug can help reduce opioid use.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–75 - NCT06822569Recruiting
Teen health choices & wellness study
This study tests a program to help teenagers make healthy choices. It may be a good fit if you've recently done a behavior you'd like to change and live in Rhode Island.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 13–16 - NCT05943665RecruitingPhase 2
MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD and alcohol use in veterans
This study tests whether MDMA, given in a controlled clinical setting, can reduce symptoms of PTSD and alcohol use disorder in veterans. It also combines the medication with structured therapy sessions to help you manage symptoms without relying on alcohol or other substances.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT07118618RecruitingPhase 2
Probenecid for alcohol cravings and drinking
This study tests if the medication probenecid can help reduce cravings for alcohol and the amount you drink. It is for people who drink heavily and have moderate to severe alcohol use disorder.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT04135846RecruitingPhase 2
Alpha-blocker medicine to help reduce alcohol drinking
This Phase 2 trial tests whether blocking certain body signals (alpha receptors) with a study medicine can help people with alcohol use disorder cut down or stop drinking. You may be able to join if you meet alcohol-use criteria and can safely take the study drug.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT05988632RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Insulin nasal spray for alcohol use disorder
This trial tests whether a nasal spray with insulin can help people with alcohol use disorder. It may affect how the brain responds to alcohol and reduce drinking.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 21 years+ - NCT06320015Recruiting
Peer support for recovery after an emergency visit
This trial tests whether a peer recovery worker can help adults who came to the emergency room for a drug- or alcohol-related problem stay engaged in recovery. If you join, you'll get extra support from someone who has been through similar experiences.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT07219953RecruitingPhase 3
Testing brenipatide for alcohol use disorder
This study tests an experimental medicine called brenipatide to help people reduce or stop drinking. It involves getting a daily injection and completing check-ins and questionnaires over several months.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–75 - NCT07197476Recruiting
Helping teens after a traumatic injury
This study tests a program to help teens who have been in the hospital for a traumatic injury. It aims to reduce stress and substance use by offering a supportive intervention.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 12–17 - NCT07740395Recruiting
Support app for people in recovery and their loved ones
This study tests a support app (KulaMind-Recovery) that helps people in recovery stay connected with a loved one. You and someone important to you would both use the app to see if it helps your recovery journey.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT07713251Recruiting
Computer skills training for teens seeking alcohol help
This study tests a computer-based program called Path180 to help teenagers ages 13-19 reduce their alcohol use. If you are already seeing a counselor or in treatment for alcohol or mental health, this program might add extra support.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 13–19 - NCT06548490RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide for Opioid Use Disorder
This study tests whether a once-weekly injection of semaglutide (a GLP-1 receptor agonist) can reduce opioid use in people who are already on buprenorphine or methadone but still using opioids. It lasts about 19 weeks.
Fall River, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT07219966RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Brenipatide for alcohol use disorder
This trial tests an injectable medicine called brenipatide to help people with moderate-to-severe alcohol use disorder reduce or stop drinking. It is for adults who are motivated to change their drinking habits.
Foxborough, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - 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 - NCT05138614Recruiting
Help for people with opioid use disorder and mental health needs
This trial studies a program meant to improve treatment access and support recovery for people with opioid use disorder who also have mental health symptoms. It may help if you are new to the program or recently relapsed, or if mental health symptoms have worsened—even without a relapse.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05910580Recruiting
Screening and support for alcohol and substance risk in adults
This study aims to improve care access and outcomes for adults who screen positive for risky alcohol or drug use. If you qualify, you may be offered ways to connect to support during your reproductive years.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06854757Recruiting
Support after losing a loved one to overdose
This study is for people who lost a loved one to an unintentional drug overdose in the past year. It looks at how families are doing after such a loss and what kind of support might help.
Watertown, MassachusettsAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Providence
Institutions with a site for the recruiting substance use disorders studies listed above.
- Brown University · 8 studies
- Rhode Island Hospital · 3 studies
- K2 Medical Research - Foxborough · 2 studies
- Adams Clinical
- Central Massachusetts Health Center
- Metro West Health Center
- Peer Support Community Partners
- SaVida Health
What taking part in a substance use disorders study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting substance use disorders studies in Rhode Island.
Common questions
- Are there substance use disorders clinical trials near Providence?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 17 recruiting substance use disorders studies with a site near Providence, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a substance use disorders study near Providence?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Providence to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Providence, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a substance use disorders trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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New substance use disorders studies open near Providence regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.