ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
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New ADHD pill tested for Long-Term safety in kids
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the long-term safety of a once-daily medication called centanafadine for children and teens (ages 4 to 17) with ADHD. About 680 participants took the drug for an extended period, and researchers tracked any side effects. The goal was to see if the medicine is…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New ADHD pill for kids shows promise in Late-Stage trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medication called CTx-1301 (dexmethylphenidate) for children and teens aged 6 to 17 with ADHD. The goal was to see if the drug reduces ADHD symptoms better than a placebo. 103 participants took either the study drug or a placebo, and researchers measured c…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Cingulate Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 08, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can a common ADHD drug curb impulsive actions? new study investigates
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether atomoxetine, a medication for ADHD, can reduce impulsive behavior in adults aged 18 to 45 with moderate ADHD. Researchers measured impulsivity using questionnaires after a single dose and after two weeks of daily treatment. The goal was to see if the …
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:12 UTC
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White noise may boost focus in ADHD children, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether playing white noise (like static sound or visual static) could help children with ADHD focus better. Sixty children, some with ADHD and some without, did eye-tracking tasks while exposed to different types of noise. The goal was to see if the noise could…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:04 UTC
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VR headsets boost focus for college students with ADHD?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a virtual reality (VR) program could help young adults aged 18-25 with ADHD concentrate better while studying or doing homework. Sixty participants used a VR headset, with some also receiving real-time feedback on their focus levels. The goal was to see …
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Healing minds: breathing exercises show promise for ADHD in kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 10-week program combining biofeedback and breathing exercises in children aged 6-18 with ADHD. The goal was to see if these techniques could reduce ADHD symptoms and improve heart rate variability. The study included 12 participants and compared the program to…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hoskinson Health and Wellness Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:02 UTC
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One-Size-Fits-All no more: personalized therapy for troubled kids shows promise
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 600 children with disruptive behavior disorders like ADHD or oppositional defiant disorder. Researchers created personal profiles of each child and their parent to see if they could predict which type of therapy—child counseling or parent training—would work …
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Horse power for ADHD: new therapy shows promise for kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 12-week program where children with ADHD (ages 6-12) worked with horses and an occupational therapist. The goal was to see if this therapy could improve their thinking, emotions, and daily activities. Fifty children took part, and researchers measured changes …
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tel Aviv University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Zoom therapy eases stress for parents of kids with special needs
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a video-based therapy program for parents of children with special health care needs, like autism or ADHD. 104 parents took part in online sessions to learn skills to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. The goal was to see if this approach is practical and h…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New program aims to ease ADHD symptoms by tackling family stress
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program called PRE-CARE that helps families of young children with ADHD symptoms get connected to resources like food assistance, housing help, and healthcare. The goal was to see if addressing these basic needs could reduce ADHD symptoms. The study included 5…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Could a headband ease ADHD symptoms without drugs?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the face (trigeminal nerve) to see if it can reduce ADHD symptoms in children aged 7 to 12. Over 200 children received either the active device or a sham (fake) device for 4 weeks. The goal was to measure c…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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New therapy aims to help depressed parents and their struggling kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new group therapy for depressed parents of children aged 6 to 10 with emotional or behavioral issues. The goal was to see if the therapy was practical and well-liked by parents. The results will help design a larger study to see if this approach can improve bo…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New study explores Qelbree's effect on ADHD and mood in adults
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether Qelbree (SPN-812) helps adults with ADHD who also have mood symptoms. 161 adults took part and received the medication. Researchers tracked changes in ADHD symptoms using a standard rating scale.
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Video game therapy shows promise for ADHD kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a digital game-based therapy to improve attention in 40 children aged 8-12 with ADHD. The therapy used multitask games designed to boost focus and control, compared to a simpler grid game. Researchers measured changes in attention and ADHD symptoms to see if the…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Phone app uses hypnosis to tame ADHD symptoms in kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a self-hypnosis smartphone app could reduce attention problems and anxiety in 49 children aged 7-12 with ADHD, who were already taking medication. Children used the app 5 days a week for 6 weeks, and parents and kids filled out questionnaires to track ch…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Parenting program shows promise for easing ADHD in young kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a parenting method called the Nurtured Heart Approach to see if it helps reduce inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity in children ages 6 to 8 with or suspected of having ADHD. Parents were randomly assigned to use the approach right away or later. The stud…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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ADHD drug studied in preschoolers: safe or not?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at how safe and tolerable a medication called Azstarys is for young children (ages 4 and 5) with ADHD. About 123 children took the drug for up to 12 months. Researchers checked for side effects, changes in sleep, and growth patterns.
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Corium, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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New therapy shows promise for teens with ADHD and PTSD
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new type of therapy called reminder-focused positive psychiatry (RFPP) for teenagers who have both ADHD and PTSD. The goal was to see if it was acceptable and feasible to use, and if it could help reduce symptoms. Eleven teens took part in the study, which com…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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AI or VR: which High-Tech classroom helps kids with ADHD focus?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two high-tech teaching methods for children and teens with ADHD: one using artificial intelligence and the other using immersive virtual reality. 90 participants aged 8 to 15 took part in 12 weeks of structured lessons. The goal was to see which approach better …
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tongren Hongxin Kangxin Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Guizhou Province • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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New daily pill aims to ease ADHD symptoms in kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a once-daily medication called centanafadine can reduce ADHD symptoms in children aged 4 to 12. About 574 children took either the drug or a placebo for 6 weeks. Researchers measured changes in ADHD rating scales to see if the drug worked better than pla…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:51 UTC
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Light therapy shows promise for autistic traits in ADHD kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a light-based treatment called transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBM) to see if it could safely reduce autistic traits in children and teens with ADHD. 38 participants aged 9-17 received the treatment. The goal was to improve social skills and ADHD symptoms, wit…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:38 UTC
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Paws for thought: therapy dogs may ease ADHD symptoms in kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested whether adding therapy dogs to standard social skills training could help children with ADHD. 39 children participated, comparing dog-assisted sessions to training alone. Researchers measured ADHD symptoms, self-esteem, and social skills, and also looked a…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Irvine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:30 UTC
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New hope for kids with ADHD: Non-Stimulant drug shows promise in speeding up reaction time
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a long-acting non-stimulant medication called guanfacine (TAK-503) in 396 children and teenagers aged 6 to 17 with ADHD whose previous stimulant treatments did not work well. The study compared guanfacine to a placebo (inactive pill) and another ADHD drug (atomo…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shire • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:17 UTC
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ADHD pills may curb binge eating in kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether stimulant medication (commonly used for ADHD) can reduce loss of control eating in children aged 8 to 13. Ten kids with ADHD and binge-like eating were observed before and after 3 months of treatment. The goal was to see if treating impulsivity could …
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Sponsor: Nova Scotia Health Authority • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:50 UTC
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Ritalin may change how the brain reacts to alcohol cues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a single dose of methylphenidate (Ritalin) changes how people with both ADHD and alcohol use disorder respond to pictures of alcohol. 31 young adults aged 18-25 took part in brain scans, EEG, and behavioral tests after receiving either the drug or a p…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Phone app gives parents real-time tips to help kids with ADHD
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a smartphone app that gives parents of children with ADHD quick tips and feedback on their parenting. 34 families took part. The goal was to see if parents liked the app and if the tips helped them use more positive parenting skills right away.
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Brain zapping study probes ADHD attention – no cure, just clues
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS could temporarily change how adults with ADHD pay attention and make decisions. 83 people (some with ADHD, some healthy) completed computer tasks while receiving mild electrical currents to the scalp…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Kindergarten age bias: new strategy aims to curb ADHD overdiagnosis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a teacher training program to help reduce the overdiagnosis of ADHD in children who are the youngest in their kindergarten class. Researchers worked with 62 children and their teachers to see if teaching about age-related expectations and using positive behavior…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Florida International University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Can a medication experiment help teens decide on ADHD treatment?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a personalized approach to help teens with ADHD and their parents make better decisions about medication. Thirty-one teens aged 11-15 who were unsure about continuing their ADHD medicine took part. The goal was to see if trying different medication plans could r…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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AI coach helps therapists treat ADHD in teens
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new way to help therapists improve their skills when treating minority teenagers with ADHD. Therapists used a machine learning tool to get feedback on their sessions. The goal was to see if this approach could make therapy more effective and reduce gaps in car…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Seattle Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Brain drug shows promise in understanding Alcohol-ADHD link
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a drug called tolcapone affects people who have both alcohol use disorder and ADHD. Researchers measured how the drug changed their response to alcohol, decision-making, and brain activity. The goal was to learn more about the connection between these con…
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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ADHD quiz format may trick patients, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether the design of a common ADHD screening questionnaire influences how people answer. Researchers tested different versions of the form with 587 adults in a family medicine clinic. The goal was to see if shading or grouping certain answer choices made it …
Matched conditions: ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC