Could a headband worn during sleep ease ADHD symptoms?
NCT ID NCT05374187
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve on the forehead (trigeminal nerve) during sleep to see if it can reduce ADHD symptoms in children ages 7 to 12. Over 200 children used either the active device or a sham (inactive) device nightly for 4 weeks. Researchers measured changes in ADHD rating scales and brain activity to see if the treatment works and how it might affect the brain.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
external trigeminal nerve stimulation (eTNS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a safe, non-drug treatment option for children with ADHD, reducing symptoms without medication side effects.
What could go wrong
This is a completed early-stage trial with a modest sample size. The effect may be small or not last long, and the device may not work for all children.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Seattle Children's Hospital
Seattle, Washington, 98105, United States
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University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States