ADHD

This study tested a new program that sends parents short educational videos through a texting app. The videos teach strategies to help children aged 4-10 who have trouble switching from one activity to another, a common challenge for kids with ADHD-like behaviors. 52 parents join…

This study tested a new way to help children with ADHD improve their thinking skills. 80 kids aged 5-12 either did standard brain training or added virtual reality exercises that helped them imagine future events. The goal was to see if the VR training could make it easier for th…

This study looked at whether high doses of omega-3 fatty acids can reduce symptoms of ADHD in children aged 6 to 12 who also have high levels of inflammation. The study lasted 12 weeks and included 15 children. Researchers measured changes in ADHD symptoms and inflammatory marker…

This study tested a once-daily pill called centanafadine in 315 adults aged 18 to 65 who have both ADHD and anxiety (generalized or social anxiety). For 8 weeks, participants received either the drug or a placebo to see if it reduces ADHD symptoms and anxiety. The goal is to find…

This study tested a special sleep program for teenagers with ADHD who also have sleep problems. The program combines counseling, planning skills, and sleep tips to help them sleep better. Researchers measured sleep and ADHD symptoms before, after, and a few months later in 92 tee…

This study tested whether giving teens with ADHD and their parents a question list or a short video before a doctor visit helps them communicate better and improves symptoms. About 126 teens aged 11-17 took part. The goal was to see if these tools help teens ask more questions an…

This study tested whether adding a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS to an online therapy program could improve ADHD symptoms in adults. Thirty adults with ADHD were randomly assigned to receive either real or fake tDCS alongside the therapy for 60 days. The goal was…

This study looked at whether iron supplements can improve symptoms of ADHD and restless legs syndrome (RLS) in children aged 10 to 15. Twelve children with both conditions took iron for 3 months. Researchers checked brain iron levels with MRI and tracked symptom changes using par…

This study tested a self-compassion program for 96 children with ADHD in Hong Kong. Kids attended six sessions and their parents joined three sessions to learn skills like being kind to themselves. The goal was to see if this could improve the children's emotional well-being and …

This study tested a digital therapeutic device (like a special video game) to see if it can safely improve attention and reduce hyperactivity in children aged 6 to 12 with ADHD. About 120 kids participated, with some using the device and others in a control group. The main goal w…

This study looked at whether a special exercise program could help children with ADHD improve their movement, physical fitness, and thinking skills. Thirty children aged 7-12 with ADHD took part. The program combined different types of exercise, and researchers measured changes i…

This study tested whether phosphatidylserine supplements, with or without DHA (an omega-3), could improve attention and thinking in children with ADHD. 45 children aged 10-14 who were not on ADHD medication took the supplements or a placebo for 8 weeks. Researchers measured chang…

This study tested two telehealth programs for preschoolers with attention and sleep problems related to ADHD. Caregivers, doctors, and health professionals shared their ideas to improve the program. The goal was to help children sleep more regularly and reduce ADHD symptoms.

This study looked at whether ongoing Tai Chi practice can help children with ADHD improve their attention, motor control, and reduce symptoms. Fifteen children who had already completed a previous Tai Chi program took part. Researchers measured changes in behavior and ADHD severi…

This study looked at a parent training program for children aged 6-11 with ADHD and peer difficulties. The program was designed to help parents with their own ADHD or depression symptoms better connect with the training and improve their parenting skills. 33 parents took part to …

This study tested a peer-delivered summer program called STRIPES for 72 ninth graders with ADHD. Students were randomly assigned to the program or to enhanced school services. Researchers tracked their grades, attendance, and ADHD symptoms during the first year of high school to …

This study looked at whether playing a dance-based video game (like Just Dance) could help young adults with ADHD improve their attention, mood, and self-control. Sixty-nine people aged 18 to 24 with ADHD took part. They were randomly assigned to either dance gaming, stationary b…

This study tested an experimental medication called CTx-1301 (a form of dexmethylphenidate) in 103 children and teens aged 6 to 17 with ADHD. Participants received either the drug or a placebo for several weeks to see if it improved attention and hyperactivity symptoms. The goal …

This study tested three ways to help children aged 7-11 with ADHD: a computer program using a virtual classroom, the drug methylphenidate, and supportive talk therapy. The goal was to see which approach best improves attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. 51 children took par…

This study tested whether repeated low doses of LSD (called MM120) can safely help adults with ADHD. Fifty-three adults took either the drug or a placebo, and researchers measured changes in their ADHD symptoms using a standard rating scale. The goal was to see if this approach c…

This study tested a new type of brain training for children with ADHD. Kids used a special headband (fNIRS) to see their own brain activity while playing in virtual reality. The goal was to help them improve attention and self-control. 138 children aged 7 to 12 took part in 16 se…

This study tested a drug called solriamfetol in 516 adults with ADHD to see if it reduces symptoms. Participants took the drug or a placebo for 6 weeks, and researchers measured changes in ADHD symptoms using a standard rating scale. The goal was to find a new treatment option fo…

This study looked at whether children with ADHD are more likely to create false memories. Researchers tested 28 children with ADHD using a word-list task designed to trigger memory errors. The goal was to understand how ADHD affects memory accuracy, not to provide a treatment.

This study looked at whether a summer psychosocial program could help young children (ages 4-7) with ADHD and disruptive behaviors improve their emotional control, social skills, and school readiness. Researchers measured changes in emotion regulation, ADHD symptoms, and academic…

This completed phase 1 study looked at how centanafadine, a potential ADHD treatment, affects the body when taken with common stimulant medicines like methylphenidate or lisdexamfetamine. Forty healthy adults participated to measure changes in blood pressure, heart rate, and drug…

This study looked at how the brain and body communicate in 30 people, including healthy volunteers and those with conditions like autism, ADHD, Asperger's, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Fragile X. Participants did natural movements like walking and pointing, and breathed slowly w…

This study looked at how being socially excluded affects the memory of children with ADHD. Twenty-four children completed memory tests before and after playing a computer game designed to make them feel left out. The goal was to see if social rejection changes how well they remem…