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Problem Behavior clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 7 Problem Behavior clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 2 countries (most in United States (6), Norway (1)). By phase: Phase 4 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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- 2Countries
Newest Problem Behavior clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Invest in Play: a parent program to reduce problem behavior in school‑age children | — | Bergen, Fyllingdalen and 4 other locations | Recruiting | May 22, 2025 |
| Assessing and intervening on problem behaviors in young children with developmental delays | — | Las Vegas, Nevada | Recruiting | Jan 13, 2025 |
| Using behavioral economics to prevent relapse of problem behavior | — | Auburn, Alabama and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Assessment and treatment model for challenging behavior in children | — | Somerset, New Jersey | Recruiting | Jul 3, 2023 |
| Evaluating the effects of extinction bursts in children with problem behaviors | — | Somerset, New Jersey | Recruiting | Jun 29, 2023 |
| Evaluating a new approach to reduce problem behaviors in children | — | Somerset, New Jersey | Recruiting | Sep 13, 2022 |
| Effects of stimulant medication on disruptive behavior in children with ADHD | Phase 4 | Iowa City, Iowa | Recruiting | Feb 5, 2018 |
All recruiting trials (7)
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Invest in Play: a parent program to reduce problem behavior in school‑age children
This program will test whether the Invest in Play (iiP) parent program can reduce problem behavior in children aged 6–12 and improve parenting practices by comparing families who take the program with a control group.
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Assessing and intervening on problem behaviors in young children with developmental delays
This study is testing a new way to help young children with developmental delays and their families reduce problem behaviors by using specific assessments and interventions.
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Using behavioral economics to prevent relapse of problem behavior
This study is testing a new way to help caregivers prevent problem behaviors from coming back in people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, comparing it to the usual methods they use.
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Assessment and treatment model for challenging behavior in children
This study is testing a new guide to help kids aged 3 to 17 with challenging behaviors, like aggression and self-injury, to see if it can improve their treatment and support.
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Evaluating the effects of extinction bursts in children with problem behaviors
This study tests how different ways of rewarding kids aged 3 to 17 with problem behaviors can help reduce the increase in bad behavior that sometimes happens when treatment starts.
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Evaluating a new approach to reduce problem behaviors in children
This study is testing a new way to help children aged 3 to 17 with serious problem behaviors, like aggression and self-injury, by alternating between sessions where they get what they want and sessions where they don’t, to see if it helps reduce those behaviors.
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Effects of stimulant medication on disruptive behavior in children with ADHD
This study tests how stimulant medication affects disruptive behavior, preferences, and impulse control in children and teens with ADHD.
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Quick answers
How many Problem 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 2 countries. The most sites are in United States (6 trials), Norway (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
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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