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Horse therapy shows promise for kids with ADHD

NCT ID NCT05869253

Symptom relief Sponsor: Tel Aviv University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a 12-week program where children with ADHD worked with horses as part of occupational therapy. The goal was to see if it helps with emotional control, daily functioning, and participation in activities. Fifty children aged 6 to 12 took part, and researchers measured changes using parent questionnaires and thinking tasks.

What this could mean

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Active substance
equine-assisted occupational therapy (horseback riding therapy)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a new, non-drug therapy option to help children with ADHD manage their emotions and daily tasks better.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants and no control group, so results may not be widely applicable. The therapy also requires access to horses and stables, which may not be practical for many families.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

50 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2023

Finished

Feb 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

6 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children between 6 and 12 years of age * Diagnosis of ADHD from a medical professional based on DSM-5 criteria with or without medication (e.g., psychostimulant medication) * General doctors' approval and referral for participating in EAS Exclusion Criteria: * Moderate to severe cognitive impairment * Neurological disorders (e.g., epilepsy) * Children with additional developmental disorders (e.g., Autism, Cerebral Palsy) * Children who will begin new medicine treatment or change existing treatment during intervention * Children with severe sensory loss (e.g., blindness).

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Conditions

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attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tel Aviv University

    Tel Aviv, Israel, 69978, Israel

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