Brain scans may reveal which kids with ADHD will benefit from meds for anger and irritability

NCT ID NCT06871488

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Dec 17, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study aims to find brain markers that can predict whether stimulant medication will help reduce irritability and aggression in children with ADHD. About 136 children with ADHD and high levels of irritability or aggression will take part. Researchers will measure brain activity using EEG while children perform tasks, and compare how they respond to the medication versus a placebo. The goal is to better understand why some children improve and others do not.

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Locations

Penn State Health Dept of Psychiatry
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Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, United States

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ADHD - ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER WITH HYPERACTIVITY AGGRESSION CHILDHOOD IRRITABILITY