Improving care quality for children with ADHD

Novel Quality Measures for Primary Care Management of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · STANFORD UNIVERSITY · NIH-10895464

This study is looking at how to improve the care kids aged 0-11 with ADHD receive by using smart technology to find out what’s missing in their treatment, so that doctors can provide better support and help these children thrive.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorSTANFORD UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (STANFORD, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10895464 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on developing new quality measures for the treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children aged 0-11 years. By utilizing advanced machine learning techniques to analyze electronic health records, the project aims to identify gaps in care and address disparities in treatment. The goal is to enhance the quality of care provided by primary care providers and ultimately improve health outcomes for children with ADHD. The research is led by a team of experienced physician scientists dedicated to advancing community-based health care for children with behavioral disorders.

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.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have ADHD or are older than 11 years may not receive any benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment quality and health outcomes for children with ADHD.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that using machine learning to analyze health data can effectively identify care gaps and improve treatment outcomes, suggesting a promising approach in this study.

Where this research is happening

STANFORD, 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.

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Conditions: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Behavior Disorders

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