Can taking photos help kids with ADHD manage emotions?
NCT ID NCT07647900
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 09, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study explores whether a photography-based program can help children aged 8-12 with ADHD better recognize and express emotions, and improve attention and impulsivity. Sixty children will take photos and learn photography skills as a tool to boost emotional well-being. The goal is to see if this fun, everyday activity can support social skills and overall happiness.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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60 people
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- Started
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Jun 2026
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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8 to 12 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * ethnic Chinese aged between 8-12 years old * documented diagnosis of ADHD by a psychiatrist according to the ICD-10 HKD or DSM-5 criteria * stable on current treatment for ADHD eight weeks before baseline * ability to read Chinese and listen to Cantonese * able to operate a camera; 8) willingness of * their guardians to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * general intellectual functioning below the low-average range (estimated IQ \< 80) * unstable screened via parental declaration and medication review * comorbid psychiatric disorder, severe physical or learning disability that prevents functional participation in photography tasks
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Locations
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Ka Po Wong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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