How adolescent alcohol drinking affects cognition and behavior in individuals with ADHD
ADHD and the influence of adolescent alcohol drinking on cognition and behavior
This study looks at how drinking alcohol during the teenage years might affect thinking and behavior in young people with ADHD, using a special mouse model to see if heavy drinking makes ADHD symptoms worse.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lsu Health Sciences Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10932376 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of adolescent alcohol consumption on cognitive functions and behaviors in individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). By using a genetic mouse model, the study aims to explore how heavy drinking during adolescence may worsen ADHD symptoms and cognitive control issues. The researchers will assess cognitive control and alcohol self-administration to understand the neurobiological mechanisms involved. This could provide insights into the relationship between ADHD and alcohol use disorders, particularly during critical developmental periods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12-20 years who have been diagnosed with ADHD and may be experiencing issues related to alcohol consumption.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have ADHD or are not within the adolescent age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment strategies for individuals with ADHD who are at risk for alcohol use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated a strong link between ADHD and alcohol use disorders, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights, although the specific methodology used here may be novel.
Where this research is happening
New Orleans, United States
- Lsu Health Sciences Center — New Orleans, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Salling, Michael Charles — Lsu Health Sciences Center
- Study coordinator: Salling, Michael Charles
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.