Clinical trials
Substance Use Disorders clinical trials
Below are recruiting substance use disorders clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 420 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07364799Recruiting
Sound therapy for stress in detained teens
This trial tests a multi-sensory therapy called SoundHeal for teens in juvenile detention. It uses sound and vibration to help with stress, anxiety, depression, or substance use.
San Luis Obispo, CaliforniaAges 12–18 - NCT07386574Recruiting
Digital training for health workers on substance use
This trial tests a digital training program for frontline health workers to help them better recognize and support people with substance use disorders. It aims to make it easier for patients to get the right care from providers they already see.
KarachiAges 18 years+ - NCT07503067Recruiting
Understanding substance use consequences
This study looks at the experiences and consequences of substance use. It is for people who either use substances, care for someone who does, or have a close friend or family member who does.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07512856Recruiting
Support Service for Transgender People Using Substances
This study tests a new support program designed specifically for transgender people who use drugs or engage in chemsex (using drugs during sexual activity). The program aims to reduce health risks and provide safer, more culturally respectful care.
Pathum Wan, BangkokAges 18 years+ - NCT07523633RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide to help reduce cannabis use disorder
This trial tests whether a medication called semaglutide (used for weight management) can help adults with cannabis use disorder cut down or stop using cannabis. Researchers want to see if it reduces cravings and use while also monitoring overall health.
FrederiksbergAges 18–70 - NCT07529327Recruiting
Supporting Language Development in Young Children of Parents in Recovery
This study helps parents or caregivers with a history of substance use support their young child's language development through weekly community groups and optional one-on-one sessions. The goal is to help children ages 1–3 learn more words and start combining words earlier.
Eugene, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT07590115Enrolling by invitation
Behavioral Patterns and Treatment Success in Substance Use Recovery
This study looks at how behavioral patterns change during residential treatment for substance use disorder. Researchers will track your progress over several weeks to understand what helps people succeed in recovery.
Potrerillos, JaliscoAges 18–60 - NCT07490717Enrolling by invitation
Treating PTSD and opioid use in jails
This study tests new ways to screen and treat people in jail who have both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and opioid use disorder. It aims to help participants with therapy while incarcerated and after release.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07130500Enrolling by invitation
Rewards for sticking with long-acting injections
This study tests whether offering small rewards (like gift cards) can help people stick with a long-acting injection of their medication. It's for people with serious mental health conditions who have had a recent hospital stay or are at high risk of one.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06952491Enrolling by invitation
Study on substance use and well-being
This trial tests a program to help people who use substances like cannabis, tobacco, or prescription drugs for nonmedical reasons. It aims to improve well-being and confidence in managing health.
San Mateo, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06863909Enrolling by invitation
Journaling plus cognitive behavioral therapy for better results
This trial explores whether adding journaling to your regular cognitive behavioral therapy sessions helps you feel better more quickly. You keep seeing your therapist as usual, just add a few minutes of writing each day.
TübingenAges 18–65 - NCT06743282Enrolling by invitation
Study on mobile support for substance use in primary care
This trial tests a program called Senyo Health that provides support through text messages and video calls for people with substance use concerns. It aims to help you manage your substance use while working with your primary care doctor.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06651528Enrolling by invitation
Trauma support program for substance use and reentry
This study tests a program for people in correctional facilities who have experienced violence and are in substance use treatment. It helps you prepare for release by building a support system in the community.
Frankfort, KentuckyAges 18–99 - NCT06477848Enrolling by invitation
Improving care for teens with opioid use disorder in pediatric clinics
This study looks at how to better support teens with opioid use disorder in pediatric primary care. It involves training clinic staff and gathering feedback from both providers and patients.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 12 years+ - NCT04499079Enrolling by invitation
ADAPT: Youth addiction prevention and treatment programs in local counties
This study tests whether a local program (called the LHS intervention) can improve addiction-related prevention and treatment for young people. You may be able to join if you live in a participating county and use a community mental health center service during the study period.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 11–22 - NCT04294134Enrolling by invitation
Support program for mothers in residential substance treatment
This trial tests a support program for mothers (pregnant or with young children) who are in residential substance use treatment. It aims to improve well-being, family stability, and child safety—especially when children are at risk or in out-of-home placement.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06995885Enrolling by invitation
A study to improve tracking of opioid use in the fentanyl era
This study aims to develop a better tool for recalling and tracking opioid use patterns, especially with fentanyl. It may help people who use opioids outside of medical settings to more accurately report their use.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–99 - 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.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT07044466Recruiting
Social functioning in opioid use disorder
This study looks at how people starting buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder interact with others socially. It also involves a loved one (a friend or family member) who participates with you.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–75 - NCT06712446Recruiting
Brain stimulation plus future thinking for methamphetamine use
This study tests whether combining a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (TMS) with a mental exercise called 'episodic future thinking' can help people reduce methamphetamine use. TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas linked to addiction, and episodic future thinking involves imagining positive future events to reduce cravings.
Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06107062RecruitingPhase 2
CBD treatment for cannabis concentrate users
This trial tests CBD as a potential treatment for heavy cannabis concentrate users who want to cut down or quit. You would take CBD daily and attend regular visits to track your progress.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 21 years+ - NCT06457230Recruiting
Brain stimulation for methamphetamine use disorder
This study tests a new type of non-invasive brain stimulation (transcranial magnetic stimulation) that targets the cerebellum and prefrontal cortex to help people with methamphetamine use disorder. It aims to see if this treatment can reduce cravings and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT06790576RecruitingPhase 1
Optimizing TMS for stimulant use disorder
This test uses a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation method called TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) to see if it can help people with stimulant use disorder reduce their cravings and stay sober. You would need to be in an addiction treatment program and have been clean for at least 2 weeks to join.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for substance use disorders?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 420 recruiting substance use disorders 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 substance use disorders 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 substance use disorders 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.
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