Exercise program for children with ADHD
The Effects of Combined Exercise Program in Children Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
This study tests whether an exercise program can help children with ADHD improve their physical skills and thinking abilities.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 7 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hacettepe University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT04279652 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of combined exercise training on motor proficiency, physical fitness, and cognitive status in children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Participants aged 7-12 will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: one receiving supervised exercise training, another following a home exercise program, and a control group. Assessments will be conducted at the beginning and end of the 8-week intervention to evaluate changes in various physical and cognitive metrics.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 7-12 diagnosed with ADHD who are right-hand dominant and have not participated in regular exercise for the past 6 months.
Not a fit: Patients with major psychiatric or neurodevelopmental disorders, chronic neurological diseases, or those on recent changes in psychiatric medication may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could improve motor skills, physical fitness, and cognitive function in children with ADHD.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with exercise interventions for ADHD, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Having been diagnosed with ADHD according to DSM-V (The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-V) diagnostic criteria, * Being between the ages of 7-12, * Right hand being dominant according to Edinburgh Hand Preference Questionnaire, * After the purpose of the study and the procedures to be explained, both the child and his family agree to participate in the study, * An appropriate drug treatment program has been organized by the psychiatrist, * The absence of a contraindicated condition to exercise in physical and medical examination. Exclusion Criteria: * A major psychiatric and / or neurodevelopmental problem accompanying, * A history of head injury or chronic neurological disease, * Having additional medical diseases that require medication, * Any changes made in the psychiatric drug treatment by the attending physician for the last 1 month, * Have participated in a regular exercise program or sporting activity for the past 6 months.
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Hacettepe University — Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.