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Preventing Behavior Problems in Children With ADHD

Phase 2
Conditions
Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity
Registration Number
NCT00057668
Lead Sponsor
Lehigh University
Brief Summary

This study will determine the effectiveness of a combination of treatments in preventing behaviors that are typically associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in young children.

Detailed Description

Participants are randomly assigned to either a Multi-Setting Early Intervention group or to a Community Intervention group. The Early Intervention group receives parent training and assessment-based behavioral and academic intervention for 1 year, followed by either a high or a low intensity maintenance intervention for an additional 18 months. The Community Intervention group members receive psychotropic medication, special education services, and monthly sessions to obtain information about child development and medical functioning for 2 years. Participants are assessed on six occasions over 4 years. Parents and teachers assess children's behavior, academic performance, and archival data, including medical and school records.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
UNKNOWN
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
200
Inclusion Criteria
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) diagnosis
  • Preschool, nursery school, or group daycare enrollment at least 2 days per week
  • Parents who can communicate in English
Exclusion Criteria
  • Plans to move out of the area in the near future
  • Mental retardation, neurological damage, significant motor or physical impairments, or autism or other pervasive developmental disorder
  • Inattentive ADHD or conduct disorder

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Primary Outcome Measures
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Secondary Outcome Measures
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Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Lehigh University College of Education

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Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States

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