Fish oil pills may boost attention in ADHD children, small study hints

NCT ID NCT07521449

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Çağlar Charles Daniel Jaicks Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether phosphatidylserine supplements with or without DHA (an omega-3 fat) could improve thinking skills in children with ADHD. 45 children aged 10-14 who had never taken ADHD medication took either a placebo or one of three supplement formulas daily for 8 weeks. Researchers measured attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity using computer tests before and after the treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Phosphatidylserine and DHA (omega-3) supplements
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement option to help children with ADHD focus better without medication.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 45 children. The results may not apply to all kids with ADHD, and supplements are not a substitute for proven treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ADHD ATTENTION-DEFICIT/HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Istanbul Aydin University, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul, Istanbul, 34295, Turkey (Türkiye)

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