Helping low-income children with ADHD by addressing their social needs
Developing a Pediatrics-based Social Needs Intervention to Reduce Disparities in ADHD Outcomes for Low-income Children
This study is working on a new way to help preschool kids with ADHD from low-income families by connecting them and their families to important resources during check-ups, so they can get the support they need to thrive.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10795536 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an intervention to support preschool-age children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) who come from low-income families. It aims to address social challenges such as food insecurity and lack of quality childcare that can worsen ADHD symptoms. By adapting an existing program called WE CARE, the project will implement a family-centered approach to screen for and connect families with necessary resources during well-child visits. The goal is to improve the health outcomes and overall well-being of these children by meeting their social needs early on.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are preschool-age children from low-income families who are showing early signs of ADHD.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have ADHD or are not from low-income backgrounds may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved ADHD outcomes and overall quality of life for low-income children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar family-centered interventions in addressing social needs, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this context.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Spencer, Andrea — Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Spencer, Andrea
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.