Can an ADHD drug sharpen thinking in kids with intellectual disabilities?
NCT ID NCT05301361
First seen Dec 26, 2025 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study looks at whether a liquid ADHD medication (methylphenidate) can improve thinking skills in children aged 6 to 17 who have both an intellectual disability and ADHD. The 68 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, then switch after a break. Researchers will use thinking tests and parent/teacher ratings to measure changes.
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Locations
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Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45229, United States
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Rush University
Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States
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UC Davis MIND Institute
Sacramento, California, 95817, United States
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