Could snacking fuel ADHD? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07690033
First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This observational study looks at whether snack consumption and eating behavior are linked to the severity of ADHD in children aged 6 to 12. Researchers will survey children with ADHD and a control group about their eating habits and snack choices. The goal is to understand if certain eating patterns are associated with more severe ADHD symptoms.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If a link is found, it could point to dietary changes that might help manage ADHD symptoms.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may show only an association, not that snacks cause or worsen ADHD.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 150 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Aug 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Feb 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
Cases: All eligible children (total coverage) aged 6-12 years attending Child Psychiatry/Pediatrics clinic and diagnosed with ADHD during the study period Controls: ADHD free children attending outpatient/general pediatric clinic , matched to cases by age and sex in a 2:1 control: case ratio
- Ages
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6 to 12 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 6-12 years. * Met the diagnostic criteria for ADHD by the 5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5); and severity assessment by Conners Rating Scale (parent form) * For controls: negative ADHD assessment using DSM 5 clinical interview and Conners scale; no history of ADHD diagnosis Exclusion Criteria: * ADHD symptoms due to other neurodevelopmental, psychotic, mood or organic disorders, or medication effects * Known neurological disease, severe chronic illness, or special diet that may alter intake * Use of psychotropic or appetite altering medications for ≥3 months * Refusal to participate
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