Parent training shows promise for easing ADHD symptoms in young kids
NCT ID NCT03685279
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a parenting program called the Nurtured Heart Approach to see if it could reduce ADHD symptoms like inattention and hyperactivity in children ages 6 to 8. Parents or guardians of 104 children with or suspected of ADHD were randomly assigned to either start the program right away or wait. The program focuses on reducing negative reactions, increasing positive interactions, and setting clear limits. The goal was to see if this approach could help children behave better without medication.
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Active substance
Nurtured Heart Approach (a behavioral parenting program)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could give parents a drug-free way to help manage their child's ADHD symptoms at home.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 104 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The approach relies on parent training and may not work for every family.
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University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona, 85724, United States