ADHD drugs may curb binge eating in kids, small study hints
NCT ID NCT05592119
First seen Jan 21, 2026 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study looked at whether stimulant medication (commonly used for ADHD) can reduce loss of control eating in children aged 8 to 13 with ADHD. Ten children were observed before starting medication and again three months later. The goal was to see if treating ADHD symptoms like impulsivity could also help prevent binge eating and future eating disorders.
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Abbie J Lane Memorial Building - QEII
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 2E2, Canada
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