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Disruptive Behavior clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 7 Disruptive Behavior clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 3 countries (most in United States (5), Netherlands (1), Sweden (1)). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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- 3Countries
Newest Disruptive Behavior clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Empowering discipline-referred middle-school students to be peer coaches | — | Los Angeles, California | Recruiting | Apr 7, 2026 |
| Behavioral parent-training with HOT DOCS and DOCS K-5 for caregivers of children ages 0–12. | — | Tampa, Florida | Recruiting | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Telehealth Parent–Child Interaction Therapy to strengthen relationships in at‑risk families | — | Charleston, South Carolina | Recruiting | Nov 5, 2025 |
| Step-by-Step: Stepped care for children with defiant or aggressive behavior | — | Solna | Recruiting | Mar 30, 2025 |
| Telehealth therapy for parents of children with cancer | — | St. Petersburg, Florida | Recruiting | Apr 4, 2024 |
| Improving executive function in young children through parenting support | — | Chicago, Illinois | Recruiting | Feb 5, 2024 |
| Brief behavioral parent training for children with behavior problems | — | Groningen, Provincie Groningen | Recruiting | Oct 24, 2022 |
All recruiting trials (7)
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Empowering discipline-referred middle-school students to be peer coaches
The program will try Peer Coach Training with middle-school students who received discipline referrals to see if helping peers reduces disruptive behavior and improves school engagement.
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Behavioral parent-training with HOT DOCS and DOCS K-5 for caregivers of children ages 0–12.
This program tests whether group HOT DOCS and DOCS K-5 parent-training classes can help caregivers of children ages 0–12 reduce common challenging behaviors like tantrums, whining, and noncompliance.
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Telehealth Parent–Child Interaction Therapy to strengthen relationships in at‑risk families
This project will try Parent–Child Interaction Therapy delivered by video visits to help children ages 2–6 with behavior problems who are at risk from adverse childhood experiences.
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Step-by-Step: Stepped care for children with defiant or aggressive behavior
This project tests a stepped care program for families of 8–16-year-olds with defiant or aggressive behavior, starting with an online parenting course and adding virtual-reality–assisted CBT for the child or parent or usual clinic care if more help is needed.
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Telehealth therapy for parents of children with cancer
This study is testing whether online therapy can help parents of young children with cancer improve their parenting skills and emotional well-being.
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Improving executive function in young children through parenting support
This study is testing if a parenting program can help improve thinking skills in young children with behavior problems to see if it also reduces their disruptive behaviors.
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Brief behavioral parent training for children with behavior problems
This study tests a new, shorter parent training program to help families with children aged 2 to 12 who have behavior problems like aggression and hyperactivity, making it easier for them to get support compared to regular programs.
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Quick answers
How many Disruptive Behavior clinical trials are recruiting right now?
7, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 3 countries. The most sites are in United States (5 trials), Netherlands (1 trial), Sweden (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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