Prison ADHD drug trial aims to cut recidivism and violence

NCT ID NCT05842330

First seen Mar 29, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study tests whether a common ADHD medication (OROS-methylphenidate) can help prisoners with ADHD manage their symptoms and reduce problem behaviors like fights, self-harm, and rule-breaking. About 150 adults in French prisons will receive either the drug or a placebo for several months. The goal is to see if treatment improves attention, impulse control, and lowers the risk of re-offending after release.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Geneva University Hospitals

    RECRUITING

    Geneva, Canton of Geneva, 1211, Switzerland

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