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ADHD clinical trials and research

As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 50 ADHD clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 14 countries (most in United States (23), Canada (5), Sweden (5)). 1 was first registered in the last 30 days. By phase: Phase 3 (4), Phase 2 (1), Phase 4 (1), Phase 1/2 (1). The most active sponsors are China Medical University Hospital (2), Florida State University (2), University of California, Davis (2). There are also 142 NIH-funded research projects on ADHD, with $84.5 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.

Newest ADHD clinical trials

StudyPhaseWhereStatusRegistered
Biomarkers that predict medication-related side effects in children with ADHD — Taipei, Taiwan Recruiting Oct 28, 2026
Group CBT vs. Activity Group for Adults with ADHD — Stockholm and 1 other locations Recruiting Sep 22, 2026
Central Executive Training and Behavioral Parent Training for Young Children with ADHD — Tallahassee, Florida Recruiting Aug 25, 2026
Solriamfetol for ADHD in teens: see if it helps with focus Phase 3 Dothan, Alabama and 30 other locations Recruiting Jul 21, 2026
Solriamfetol for children with ADHD: a 6-week comparison to placebo Phase 3 Dothan, Alabama and 31 other locations Recruiting Jul 21, 2026
Impact of Sleep Timing and Duration on Teens with ADHD — Cincinnati, Ohio Recruiting Jul 6, 2026
Health, Equity, and Resilience in Girls and Women with ADHD Across the Lifespan — Calgary, Alberta Recruiting May 19, 2026
Intensive neurofeedback for children with ADHD: personalized vs. standard theta-beta training — Bielefeld and 1 other locations Recruiting May 19, 2026
Role of theta brain waves in how kids control thoughts and actions — Bethesda, Maryland Recruiting May 5, 2026
Five Digits Test: a quick inhibition test for adults with ADHD or autism — Umeå Recruiting Apr 15, 2026

All recruiting trials (50)

NIH-funded research (newest 40 of 142)

Early-stage science funded by the US National Institutes of Health. Most of these projects don't enroll patients, but they show what is being worked on.

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Quick answers

How many ADHD clinical trials are recruiting right now?

50, as of November 12, 2026. 1 of them was first registered in the last 30 days. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where are these trials running?

In 14 countries. The most sites are in United States (23 trials), Canada (5 trials), Sweden (5 trials), Switzerland (3 trials), Taiwan (3 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.

What phases are they in?

Phase 3: 4, Phase 2: 1, Phase 4: 1, Phase 1/2: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.

How do I join one?

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Last reviewed 2026-11-12 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.