Clinical trials
Youth clinical trials
Below are recruiting youth clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 249 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06464237Recruiting
Mindfulness support study for young cancer patients
This study tests a new program teaching mental skills (metacognition) to help children and teens cope with cancer. It may help you feel more in control during and after treatment.
BernAges 8–16 - NCT06439979Recruiting
Rural sun protection study for families and coaches
This study tests ways to help families and kids in rural Utah and West Virginia protect their skin from the sun during sports. It looks at sun safety habits and may include surveys or interviews for parents, coaches, and kids age 3 and older.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 3–7 - NCT06419452Enrolling by invitation
Resistance training for tennis serve speed and accuracy
This study tests different types of strength training to see which one improves how quickly and accurately young tennis players can serve. You'll train for several weeks and your serve will be measured before and after.
Lanzhou, GansuAges 16–20 - NCT06408207Recruiting
CGM Academy for Youth with Type 1 Diabetes
This study tests a program to help young people with type 1 diabetes learn to use continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) like Dexcom G6 and G7. It aims to improve diabetes management through education and support.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 8–18 - NCT06181162Recruiting
YoPA: A youth-led program for better health
This study tests a program called YoPA, created with and for young people, to help improve health and well-being. It focuses on teenagers living in disadvantaged areas and aims to see if a youth-led approach can make a positive difference.
OdenseAges 12–18 - NCT06350682Enrolling by invitation
HIV prevention app study for young men
This study tests a smartphone program to help young men who have sex with men stay healthy and prevent HIV. It's designed for people already getting care at certain clinics.
Abuja, NigeriaAges 15–24 - NCT06353711Recruiting
Caring Connections youth suicide detection and support
This study looks at better ways to find and help youth who are thinking about suicide or hurting themselves, especially those who have had trouble getting mental health services. It uses a team approach to connect youth with care and support.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 13 years+ - NCT06311838Recruiting
Preventing opioid use among homeless youth
This study tests a program to help homeless youth build social connections and find stable housing to prevent opioid use. It will be conducted by Ohio State University.
Columbus, OhioAges 14–24 - NCT06289010Recruiting
Family therapy for childhood depression: brain study
This study tests whether a family-focused therapy can help children ages 7 to 12 with depression. It looks at how the brain changes during treatment using an MRI scan.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 7–12 - NCT06278974Recruiting
Comparing myopia treatments for kids: glasses vs ortho-k
This study compares three ways to slow down nearsightedness in children: special glasses (defocus lenses), regular glasses, and orthokeratology contact lenses (worn overnight). It aims to find which works best for kids who have never worn glasses before.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 7–17 - NCT06284551Enrolling by invitation
Youth internet use and mental health study
This study looks at how internet use relates to mental health in young people aged 15 to 24. It compares healthy individuals with those diagnosed with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or adjustment disorder.
TaipeiAges 15–24 - NCT06273982Enrolling by invitation
Telehealth for anxiety and depression in youth
This study tests whether a behavioral telehealth program can help teens and children with anxiety or depression. It is designed for patients in community health centers and includes support from a parent or guardian.
Portland, OregonAges 8–16 - NCT06227780Recruiting
Sound therapy for thinking and sensory issues in kids with developmental disorders
This trial tests whether special sound patterns played through headphones can help improve thinking and reduce sensitivity to noise in children with Fragile X syndrome or autism. The study uses a short daily listening program over several weeks to see if it makes a difference.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 5–10 - NCT05718063Recruiting
Coaching program to help youth team sports prevent injuries
This study tests a knowledge-learning program for youth sports coaches to help them better prevent sports injuries. It may help coaches and players by improving how coaching decisions are made during practices and games.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06158581Recruiting
Comparing two emotion therapies for autistic youth and adults
This study compares two different types of emotional support therapies to see which works better for autistic youth and young adults who have high emotional reactivity or distress. You'll be asked about your feelings and experiences, and your support person (like a parent or friend) can help answer questions too.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 10–30 - NCT06143202Enrolling by invitation
Using a continuous glucose monitor in hospitalized youth
This study tests whether a small continuous glucose monitor (a sensor that checks your sugar levels all the time) can be used easily in youth who are in the hospital. It may help doctors track your blood sugar closely without needing as many finger sticks.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 2–26 - NCT06151158Recruiting
Preventing suicide in high-risk youth after a crisis visit
This study tests a program to help teens and young adults who have had thoughts of suicide or made an attempt. The program provides extra support after they leave the hospital or treatment program to help keep them safe.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges 12–24 - NCT06120881RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Finding the Right Metformin Dose for Teens with Type 2 Diabetes
This study looks at how to give the right dose of metformin to young people with type 2 diabetes. If you join, you will wear a continuous glucose monitor for 6 weeks to help researchers find the best dose for you.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 10–21 - NCT06127277Enrolling by invitation
Mobile relationship program for youth in foster care
This study tests a fully mobile program designed to help youth in foster care build healthy relationships. If you join, you'll use an app on your device to learn skills and connect with others.
Berkeley, CaliforniaAges 16–19 - NCT06099288Recruiting
Strong families start at home: A healthy eating study for Latinx families
This study tests a program to help families eat healthier together at home. It is for Latinx caregivers of young children and involves recording a few meals to see how the program helps.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06074354Recruiting
MY-RIDE app for HIV prevention and substance use in homeless youth
This study tests a smartphone app called MY-RIDE to help homeless youth prevent HIV and reduce substance use. The app sends helpful tips at the right time to support healthier choices.
Houston, TexasAges 18–25 - NCT06022146RecruitingPhase 3
Short TB prevention for school contacts
This trial tests a very short (one-month) medicine course to prevent tuberculosis (TB) in students and school staff who have been exposed to someone with active TB. If you have latent TB infection (the germs are in your body but you're not sick), this treatment aims to stop it from turning into active TB disease.
Anshun, GuiyangAges 13 years+ - NCT06003725Recruiting
Drug treatment for Black youth on probation
This study is testing a drug treatment program that is made for Black youth involved with the justice system. It aims to see if a more culturally fitting approach can help reduce substance use and related problems.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 13–17 - NCT06004414Recruiting
SilverCloud mental health app study for high school students
This study tests a mental health app called SilverCloud in high school students who are feeling anxious or depressed. It aims to see if the app can help improve their mood and wellbeing.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 13–22
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for youth?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 249 recruiting youth 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 youth 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 youth 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.