Effects of behavior support, medication, and school accommodations on children with ADHD

Single and Combined Effects of Positive Behavior Support, Medication and Academic Accommodation for Children with ADHD

NIH-funded research Florida International University · NIH-10907747

This study is looking at how things like extra time on tests, breaks, behavioral help, and medication can help kids with ADHD do better in school, and it’s designed for children who need support in their learning.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionFlorida International University NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Miami, United States)
Project IDNIH-10907747 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates how different interventions, including academic accommodations like extra time and breaks, behavioral support, and medication, can help children with ADHD improve their academic performance. The study will evaluate these interventions both individually and in combination within a controlled classroom setting during a summer program. By assessing the effectiveness of these approaches, the research aims to identify the best strategies for supporting children with ADHD in their learning environments.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Not a fit: Patients who do not have a diagnosis of ADHD or are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved academic outcomes for children with ADHD, helping them achieve their full potential in school.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that behavioral interventions and academic accommodations can be effective for children with ADHD, but this study aims to rigorously evaluate their combined effects, making it a novel approach.

Where this research is happening

Miami, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
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