Mindfulness training for children with ADHD
Effect Mindfulness Based Training on Attention, Hyperactivity and Emotion Regulation Among Children With ADHD: A Randomized Controlled Trails
This study tests if mindfulness training can help children with ADHD improve their attention, reduce hyperactivity, and manage their emotions better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 10 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Alexandria University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Alexandria, Please Select A Country) |
| Trial ID | NCT06131190 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study explores the effects of mindfulness training on attention, hyperactivity, and emotion regulation in children diagnosed with ADHD. The intervention focuses on enhancing awareness and nonjudgmental observation of present-moment experiences, helping participants to manage their attention and emotional responses more effectively. By employing mindfulness techniques, the study aims to provide children with tools to reduce automatic reactions and improve their overall psychological well-being. The role of nurses in supporting this intervention is also emphasized, as they can educate families and help implement mindfulness practices in various settings.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 10 to 18 years who have been diagnosed with ADHD.
Not a fit: Patients younger than 10 years old will not benefit from this study due to the exclusion criteria.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve attention and emotional regulation in children with ADHD, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Existing evidence suggests that mindfulness training has shown positive effects in similar populations, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * age from 10-18 years old * diagnosed with ADHD Exclusion Criteria: * age less than 10
Where this trial is running
Alexandria, Please Select A Country
- Mohamed Husien — Alexandria, Please Select A Country, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: mohamed H atta
- Email: mohamed-hussein@alexu.edu.com
- Phone: +202026609088
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.