Improving parent training for families of children with ADHD
Personalizing Behavioral Parent Training: Improving Reach and Outcomes for Families of Children with ADHD
This study is testing a mobile app that helps parents of kids with ADHD learn new parenting skills to make life easier and support their children's success, especially for families who might not be able to get traditional therapy.
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-10894737 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the effectiveness and accessibility of behavioral parent training (BPT) for families with children diagnosed with ADHD. By utilizing a mobile application, the study aims to provide parents with tools and strategies to improve their parenting skills, reduce stress, and support their children's academic performance. The intervention is designed to be more widely available, especially for families who may not have access to traditional therapy due to logistical barriers. Parents will engage with the app to learn and apply techniques that can lead to better outcomes for their children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are parents of children aged 0-11 who have been diagnosed with ADHD.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have children with ADHD or whose children are older than 11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the parenting skills and overall well-being of families affected by ADHD.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that technology-based interventions can effectively enhance treatment accessibility and outcomes for similar populations.
Where this research is happening
Miami, United States
- Florida International University — Miami, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Merrill, Brittany Morgan — Florida International University
- Study coordinator: Merrill, Brittany Morgan
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.