Improving support for parents and teachers of children with ADHD
Official title: Iteratively developing and testing a brief, engagement focused intervention for parents and educators: Parent Education Action Response (PEAR)
Funded at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago · NIH-10879047 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at a new way to help parents and teachers work better together to support preschoolers with ADHD, making sure everyone has the tools they need to help these kids 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 start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $152,852 |
| NIH project number | 7K23MH129575-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10879047 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are preschool-aged children (0-6 years) exhibiting symptoms of ADHD, particularly those from historically minoritized backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Children who do not exhibit symptoms of ADHD or are older than 6 years may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing a brief intervention aimed at enhancing the collaboration between parents and educators for children showing symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). By addressing the barriers that parents and teachers face in implementing behavioral interventions, the study seeks to improve the effectiveness of these interventions for preschoolers. The approach involves identifying key factors that can help reduce disparities in ADHD treatment among historically minoritized children, ensuring that both parents and teachers are equipped to support the child's development effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved behavioral outcomes for children with ADHD by fostering better cooperation between parents and educators.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that interventions targeting the relationship between parents and educators can significantly improve behavioral outcomes in children with ADHD, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zulauf-Mccurdy, Courtney Anne — Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Zulauf-Mccurdy, Courtney Anne
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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.