Florida International University
Clinical trials sponsored by Florida International University, explained in plain language.
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Remote coaching for parents shows promise in preventing toddler tantrums
Prevention OngoingThis study tests a remote home-based program called the Infant Behavior Program (IBP) to help parents reduce behavior problems in infants aged 12-18 months from high-risk families. About 288 families will take part in remote evaluations and receive either the IBP or a comparison …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:00 UTC
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App plus coach offers new hope for 9/11 responders struggling with PTSD
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a mobile app called PTSD Coach, with or without brief remote sessions with a clinician, can reduce PTSD, anxiety, depression, and sleep problems in 120 World Trade Center responders living in Florida. Participants will be randomly assigned to use the app …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 01:02 UTC
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Peer counseling for dads: a new hope for depression and family health in kenya?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a short, 5-session counseling program called LEAD for fathers in Kenya who have depression and drink alcohol. About 102 fathers will be randomly assigned to get the program right away or wait. The goal is to see if the program helps fathers feel better, improves …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:59 UTC
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Parenting program gets a Stress-Busting boost for families of kids with ADHD
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether adding three extra sessions focused on reducing parent stress can improve an existing parenting program for families of young children with disruptive behavior disorders like ADHD. About 120 families will either get the standard program or the program …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:39 UTC
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Can a quick talk help teens with suicidal thoughts?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a brief therapy to reduce suicidal thoughts in 60 teens aged 12-17 who have anxiety or depression. The therapy aims to lessen feelings of being a burden on others. If effective, it could give mental health providers a simple tool to help at-risk youth.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:15 UTC
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Florida study aims to help hispanic youth kick the vape habit
Symptom relief OngoingThis study is creating and testing a program to help Hispanic/Latino high school students stop using e-cigarettes. Researchers will work with 120 teens and a community board to design the program and check if it works. The goal is to reduce vaping and improve health among this gr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 24, 2026 16:17 UTC
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Can a brain wave test predict depression treatment success?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether brain wave (EEG) measurements can predict which people with depression will respond well to a non-invasive treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS). About 30 adults with depression will receive rTMS, and researchers will compar…
Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 00:51 UTC