Identifying preschoolers at risk for ADHD
Neural and Clinical Biomarkers of Risk for ADHD: A Focus on Preschoolers
This study is looking at young children who might be at risk for ADHD because a parent has it, and it aims to find early signs that could help predict if they will develop the condition as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10829864 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying preschool-aged children who may be at risk for developing Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) due to having a parent with the condition. By conducting clinical assessments and neuroimaging studies on 100 children with a familial history of ADHD and 50 control children, the research aims to uncover early biomarkers that can predict the onset of ADHD. The study will follow these children over two years to monitor their development and identify any early signs of ADHD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are preschoolers aged 4-6 who have a parent diagnosed with ADHD.
Not a fit: Children without a familial history of ADHD or those outside the preschool age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier identification and intervention for children at risk of ADHD, potentially reducing the severity of the disorder and improving long-term outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in identifying early biomarkers for ADHD, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Uchida, Mai — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Uchida, Mai
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.