Exercise in Children Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (NCT04279652) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Exercise in Children Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Turkey (Türkiye)30 participantsStarted 2019-10-10
Plain-language summary
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a heterogeneous neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by carelessness, hyperactivity and impulsivity, in which genetic, social and physical factors play an important role. Few studies have revealed the physical activity levels and importance of children with ADHD, but there is no consensus on the components of the physical activity program such as intensity, frequency, and severity. The aim of the present study is to investigate the effect of combined exercise training on motor proficiency, physical fitness and cognitive status in children with ADHD.
Who can participate
Age range
7 Years – 12 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Having been diagnosed with ADHD according to DSM-V (The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-V) diagnostic criteria,
* Being between the ages of 7-12,
* Right hand being dominant according to Edinburgh Hand Preference Questionnaire,
* After the purpose of the study and the procedures to be explained, both the child and his family agree to participate in the study,
* An appropriate drug treatment program has been organized by the psychiatrist,
* The absence of a contraindicated condition to exercise in physical and medical examination.
Exclusion Criteria:
* A major psychiatric and / or neurodevelopmental problem accompanying,
* A history of head injury or chronic neurological disease,
* Having additional medical diseases that require medication,
* Any changes made in the psychiatric drug treatment by the attending physician for the last 1 month,
* Have participated in a regular exercise program or sporting activity for the past 6 months.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.