Exercise may boost motor skills and focus in kids with ADHD
NCT ID NCT04279652
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study tested a combined exercise program (aerobic, balance, strength, and coordination) in 30 children aged 7-12 with ADHD. The goal was to see if exercise could improve motor skills, physical fitness, and thinking abilities. The program included warm-up, aerobic, balance, strengthening, and cool-down exercises. Results could offer a non-drug option to help manage ADHD symptoms.
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Hacettepe University
Ankara, 06100, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
combined exercise program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help children with ADHD improve their motor skills, fitness, and focus.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to all children with ADHD. Exercise programs also require consistent participation to be effective.
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