ADHD Medication Effects on Eye Movement and Nerve Function
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how ADHD medications affect eye movements and your body's automatic nervous system (which controls heart rate and other functions) in children and teens. Understanding these effects may help doctors use ADHD medications more safely and effectively.
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Who can take part
- You are between 6 and 17 years old
- You have been diagnosed with ADHD and are willing to take medication as the clinic recommends
- You do not have heart rhythm problems, heart disease, or use drugs or alcohol
- You are not taking asthma medications (non-steroidal types) or beta-blockers for heart or blood pressure
- You can complete all study visits before you turn 18
- You do not have severe motor or vision problems that would prevent eye-tracking tests
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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