Attention deficits in untreated ADHD
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial is studying attention problems in children and adults with ADHD who haven't taken any ADHD medication. It aims to understand how sustained attention works in the brain.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with ADHD (any type).
- You have never taken any ADHD medication.
- Your IQ is 70 or above.
- You do not have autism, psychosis, a mood disorder, or severe anxiety.
- You do not take any psychiatric medications or have brain conditions like epilepsy or a past head injury.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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