Efficacy of the Nurtured Heart Approach to Reduce ADHD Behaviors in Children
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Psychiatric |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Psychiatry / Psychology |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | Any |
| Updated: | 9/28/2018 |
| Start Date: | August 14, 2017 |
| End Date: | June 30, 2018 |
Testing the Efficacy of the Nurtured Heart Approach: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study evaluates the efficacy of the Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA) to reduce inattention
and hyperactivity and impulsivity in children ages 6 - 8 years. Participants are parents or
guardians of children diagnosed with, or suspected of, attention deficit hyperactivity
disorder (ADHD). Participants are randomized into the immediate (NHA) or delayed (Control)
group.
and hyperactivity and impulsivity in children ages 6 - 8 years. Participants are parents or
guardians of children diagnosed with, or suspected of, attention deficit hyperactivity
disorder (ADHD). Participants are randomized into the immediate (NHA) or delayed (Control)
group.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends evidence-based parent and/or teacher behavioral
therapy and/or medication to treat ADHD. A systematic review by Coates and colleagues found
behavioral interventions decreased ADHD behaviors in children. The NHA is an intervention
designed to teach parents a set of skills and attitudes to decrease ADHD in children. It has
been applied in a number of settings from homes, schools, and foster care agencies both in
several states in the U.S. and in over 16 countries. While widely accepted, the Approach has
not been evaluated using scientifically rigorous methods.
therapy and/or medication to treat ADHD. A systematic review by Coates and colleagues found
behavioral interventions decreased ADHD behaviors in children. The NHA is an intervention
designed to teach parents a set of skills and attitudes to decrease ADHD in children. It has
been applied in a number of settings from homes, schools, and foster care agencies both in
several states in the U.S. and in over 16 countries. While widely accepted, the Approach has
not been evaluated using scientifically rigorous methods.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Parent or guardian of a child diagnosed with ADHD or suspected of ADHD
- Child must be 6 - 8 years of age
- Access to a computer with Internet
Exclusion Criteria:
- Child with ADHD, or suspected of ADHD, cannot have a diagnosis of autism
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