Telehealth support for preschool children at risk for ADHD
Official title: Preschool Attention and Sleep Support (PASS): A Telehealth Intervention for Children at Risk for ADHD
Funded at Duke University · NIH-11000794 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how a helpful online program can support preschool kids who might be at risk for ADHD by improving their sleep and daytime behavior, making it easier for families to get the help they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | February 10, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $205,275 |
| NIH project number | 5R34MH131994-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11000794 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are preschool children aged 0-11 years who exhibit signs of ADHD or sleep disturbances.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are older than 11 years or do not exhibit any symptoms of ADHD or sleep issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a telehealth intervention designed to support preschool children who are at risk for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It focuses on the connection between sleep and ADHD symptoms, aiming to improve both daytime behavior and nighttime sleep through behavioral interventions. By utilizing technology, the study seeks to deliver effective behavioral parent training and sleep management strategies to families, making it accessible and feasible for early intervention. The approach includes monitoring sleep patterns using actigraphy to assess the effectiveness of the intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management of ADHD symptoms in preschool children, enhancing their overall functioning and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in using behavioral interventions to improve sleep and ADHD symptoms, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lunsford-Avery, Jessica Ruth — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Lunsford-Avery, Jessica Ruth
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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.