Using technology to improve treatment for young people with ADHD
Leveraging Technology to Promote Skill Utilization and Enhance Treatment Outcomes in Young Adolescents with ADHD
This study is looking at how mobile technology can help teenagers with ADHD stick to their treatment and use their skills better in everyday life, making it easier for them to succeed with support from friends and family.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10733427 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing behavioral treatments for adolescents with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by utilizing mobile technologies. It aims to improve how adolescents apply their skills in various settings and addresses factors that affect their treatment outcomes, such as motivation and social support. The study will involve innovative methods to promote adherence to treatment and assess progress in real-time, ultimately helping young patients achieve better results. The research is designed to train the investigator in advanced techniques for optimizing treatment responses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12 to 20 who are diagnosed with ADHD and are seeking improved treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 12 to 20 or those without a diagnosis of ADHD may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and sustained treatment outcomes for adolescents with ADHD.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using technology to enhance treatment adherence and outcomes for behavioral interventions in ADHD, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Children's Research Institute — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dvorsky, Melissa Renee — Children's Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Dvorsky, Melissa Renee
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.