Psychosocial Treatment for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults
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This study will determine the effectiveness of group cognitive-behavioral therapy as compared to a problem-solving social support group in treating problems of time management, organization, and planning in adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Condition | Intervention |
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Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity |
Behavioral: Cognitive Behavioral Group Treatment Behavioral: Social Support Problem-Solving Group Treatment |
Study Type: | Interventional |
Study Design: | Allocation: Randomized Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Outcomes Assessor) Primary Purpose: Treatment |
Official Title: | Treatment of Meta-Cognitive Deficits in Adults With ADHD |
- Time management, organization and planning skills [ Time Frame: Measured at Weeks 6 and 12 and Months 3 and 6 post-treatment ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- ADHD symptoms [ Time Frame: Measured at Weeks 6 and 12 and Months 3 and 6 post-treatment ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Depression symptoms [ Time Frame: Measured at Weeks 6 and 12 and Months 3 and 6 post-treatment ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Anxiety [ Time Frame: Measured at Weeks 6 and 12 and Months 3 and 6 post-treatment ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Self-esteem [ Time Frame: Measured at Weeks 6 and 12 and Months 3 and 6 post-treatment ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
Estimated Enrollment: | 84 |
Study Start Date: | May 2005 |
Estimated Study Completion Date: | December 2008 |
Estimated Primary Completion Date: | December 2008 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure) |
Arms | Assigned Interventions |
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Experimental: 1.
Cognitive behavioral group
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Behavioral: Cognitive Behavioral Group Treatment
Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing patterns of thinking and behavior. Each group consists of 6 to 8 members and sessions are led by a psychologist.
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Active Comparator: 2.
Social support problem-solving group
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Behavioral: Social Support Problem-Solving Group Treatment
Social support problem-solving focuses on general support, problem solving, and information sharing. Each group consists of 6 to 8 members and sessions are led by a psychologist.
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Detailed Description:
ADHD is a chronic neurobiological condition that affects people of all ages, genders, and races. Symptoms of ADHD may include, but are not limited to, the following: poor attention span; physical restlessness or hyperactivity; excessive impulsivity; chronic procrastination; frequently losing things; poor organization, planning, and time management skills; and excessive forgetfulness. Not every person with ADHD exhibits all of these symptoms, and the severity of the disorder can range from mild to severe. While there is no cure for ADHD, the condition can be managed with an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment. Left untreated, individuals with ADHD may experience significant impairment in social, emotional, occupational, and academic functioning. Stimulant and non-stimulant medications are usually effective in alleviating symptoms of ADHD in adults. However, some research suggests that medications may not effectively treat self-management functioning problems and that as many as one-third of adults with ADHD have inadequate responses to medication treatment. Additional research on the benefits of psychosocial treatments for ADHD in adults is needed. This study will determine the effectiveness of group cognitive-behavioral therapy as compared to a problem-solving social support group in treating problems of time management, organization, and planning in adults with ADHD.
Individuals interested in participating in this study will first undergo an assessment of their eligibility for inclusion in the study. The assessment will last approximately 6 hours, but can be broken up into as many as 4 separate visits. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to either receive group cognitive-behavioral therapy or join a problem-solving social support group. Both groups will meet once a week for 12 weeks. Each session will last roughly 2 hours and will focus on building time management, organizational, and planning skills. Time management, planning, and organizational skill levels will be assessed at the treatment mid-point, immediately following the intervention, and at 3 and 6 months following the treatment. Self-esteem and symptoms of depression and anxiety will also be measured at these visits.
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Ages Eligible for Study: | 18 Years to 65 Years |
Genders Eligible for Study: | Both |
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: | No |
Inclusion Criteria:
- Suspected of having or have been diagnosed with ADHD
- May potentially benefit from the ADHD group treatment
Exclusion Criteria:
- Any overt cognitive disability (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, mental retardation)
- Deemed not to potentially benefit from the proposed ADHD group treatment
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Responsible Party: | Mary Solanto, PhD, Principal Investigator, Mount Sinai School of Medicine |
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: | NCT00278473 History of Changes |
Other Study ID Numbers: | R34 MH71721, DATR A2-AIR |
Study First Received: | January 13, 2006 |
Last Updated: | December 30, 2008 |
Health Authority: | United States: Federal Government |
Keywords provided by National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH):
Primarily Inattentive Hyperactive Impulsive Type Combined Type ADHD |
Adults Psychological CBT |
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity Hyperkinesis Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders Mental Disorders Diagnosed in Childhood Mental Disorders |
Dyskinesias Neurologic Manifestations Nervous System Diseases Signs and Symptoms |
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on October 16, 2012