200 Participants Needed

CET + BPT for ADHD

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Overseen ByChildren's Learning Clinic
Age: < 18
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: Florida State University
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial combines a computer program to help kids with ADHD improve their memory and focus with a training program for parents to better manage their child's behavior. The goal is to see if using both treatments together can provide greater benefits for children with ADHD and their families.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether participants need to stop taking their current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment CET + BPT for ADHD?

Research shows that Behavioral Parent Training (BPT) is effective in improving behaviors like inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity in children with ADHD, and it also reduces parental stress. BPT is recommended as a first-line treatment for young children with ADHD and as part of a combination approach for older children.12345

Is Behavioral Parent Training (BPT) safe for humans?

Behavioral Parent Training (BPT) is generally considered safe for humans and has been shown to improve parenting practices and reduce stress in parents of children with ADHD.12346

How is the CET + BPT treatment for ADHD different from other treatments?

The CET + BPT treatment for ADHD is unique because it combines Central Executive Training (CET), which focuses on improving cognitive functions like attention and working memory, with Behavioral Parent Training (BPT), which helps parents manage their child's behavior and reduce stress. This dual approach addresses both cognitive and behavioral aspects of ADHD, making it different from treatments that focus solely on medication or behavior management.12346

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for children aged 8-12 with ADHD, as diagnosed by K-SADS. They must have ADHD symptoms rated in the clinical/borderline range by both parents and teachers. Children with seizure disorders, psychosis, bipolar disorder, severe dysregulation disorders, gross impairments or intellectual disability are excluded.

Inclusion Criteria

I have been diagnosed with ADHD.
Parent AND teacher ratings in clinical/borderline range based on age and sex on ADHD Rating Scale (ADHD-5) or Behavior Assessment Scale for Children (BASC-3) Attention Problems/Hyperactivity subscales (i.e., 90th percentile or higher based on both informants)
My child is between 8-12 years old and has been diagnosed with ADHD.

Exclusion Criteria

I am not in need of immediate help for thoughts of harming myself.
Intellectual disability or Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V) short-form standard score <70
Either I or my child do not speak English.
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Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Central Executive Training (CET)

Participants receive Central Executive Training to improve ADHD symptoms and academic functioning

6-8 weeks

Behavioral Parent Training (BPT)

Participants receive Behavioral Parent Training to improve family functioning and child ODD symptoms

6-8 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Behavioral Parent Training (BPT)
  • Central Executive Training (CET)
Trial OverviewThe study tests combining Central Executive Training (CET), a computer program to improve working memory and reduce ADHD symptoms, with Behavioral Parent Training (BPT) which aims to enhance family dynamics and decrease oppositional-defiant behaviors in children.
Participant Groups
4Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Waitlist then CET+BPTExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Families do not receive either intervention in Phase 1 and then receive both CET and BPT concurrently in Phase 2
Group II: CET-then-BPTExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Families receive CET in Phase 1 followed by BPT in Phase 2
Group III: CET+BPT then 'waitlist' (follow-up)Experimental Treatment2 Interventions
Families receive CET and BPT concurrently in Phase 1, and then are followed in Phase 2 with not additional intervention
Group IV: BPT-then-CETExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Families receive BPT in Phase 1 followed by CET in Phase 2

Behavioral Parent Training (BPT) is already approved in United States for the following indications:

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Approved in United States as Behavioral Parent Training for:
  • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
  • Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Florida State University

Lead Sponsor

Trials
234
Recruited
41,100+

Findings from Research

A study involving 92 parents of children with ADHD showed that brief training in either antecedent-based (AC) or consequent-based (CC) techniques significantly improved daily problem behaviors compared to a waitlist group.
Antecedent-based techniques were particularly effective in reducing inattention symptoms immediately after training and at a two-week follow-up, highlighting their importance in managing ADHD behaviors.
Which Techniques Work in Behavioral Parent Training for Children with ADHD? A Randomized Controlled Microtrial.Hornstra, R., van der Oord, S., Staff, AI., et al.[2022]
Behavioral Parent Training (BPT) is an effective first-line treatment for children with ADHD under six years old and a recommended combination treatment for older children, showing significant improvements in problem behaviors like inattention and hyperactivity.
The study demonstrated that BPT significantly improved parenting practices, as evidenced by changes in Parenting Scale scores, indicating that it can reduce negative parenting behaviors and enhance outcomes for children with ADHD.
Does a Behavioral Parent Training Program for Parents of ADHD Children Improve Outcomes? A Pilot Project.Morgan, TC., O'Keefe, LC.[2021]
Behavioral parent training (BPT) significantly reduced the frequency and severity of problematic behaviors in children with ADHD, particularly in areas like chores, homework, and peer interactions, based on data from 304 parents.
Parents reported a notable decrease in stress related to parenting their child with ADHD after participating in BPT, indicating that this intervention not only helps children but also supports parental well-being.
Behavioral Parent Training for ADHD Reduces Situational Severity of Child Noncompliance and Related Parental Stress.Ciesielski, HA., Loren, REA., Tamm, L.[2021]

References

Which Techniques Work in Behavioral Parent Training for Children with ADHD? A Randomized Controlled Microtrial. [2022]
Does a Behavioral Parent Training Program for Parents of ADHD Children Improve Outcomes? A Pilot Project. [2021]
Behavioral Parent Training for ADHD Reduces Situational Severity of Child Noncompliance and Related Parental Stress. [2021]
Enhancements to the behavioral parent training paradigm for families of children with ADHD: review and future directions. [2019]
Distilling Common History and Practice Elements to Inform Dissemination: Hanf-Model BPT Programs as an Example. [2018]
Behavioral Observations of Parents With ADHD During Parent Training. [2019]