Finding ways to help younger kindergarteners with ADHD
Development of strategies to reduce the impact of the relative age effect on kindergarteners with ADHD
This study is looking at how to help younger kindergarteners with ADHD feel more comfortable and succeed in school by trying out different support strategies for their teachers, and it involves parents and teachers working together to make things better for the kids.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida International University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Miami, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10057011 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the challenges faced by younger kindergarteners who may be diagnosed with ADHD due to their relative age compared to their peers. The study aims to develop and test a teacher intervention designed to reduce the negative impact of being younger in the classroom. By randomly assigning children to different groups, the research will evaluate the effectiveness of immediate versus mid-year interventions on ADHD symptoms and overall functioning. Parents and teachers will be involved in the process to ensure a supportive environment for the children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are kindergarteners who are younger than their peers and exhibit elevated symptoms of ADHD.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than their peers or do not show symptoms of ADHD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved educational outcomes and reduced reliance on medication for younger children with ADHD.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that interventions targeting age-related challenges in educational settings can be effective, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Miami, United States
- Florida International University — Miami, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fabiano, Gregory a — Florida International University
- Study coordinator: Fabiano, Gregory a
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.