CompletedNot Applicable

Impact of Structured Exercise Programs on Cognitive, Motor and Behavioral Outcomes in Children With ADHD

Turkey (Türkiye)51 participantsStarted 2024-02-12

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of structured exercise interventions (Gince Zumba and Square Stepping) on cognitive, motor and behavioral functions of children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Specifically, this study aims to: * compare the effects of Gince Zumba and Square Stepping on motor perfoemance, including coordination and reaction time. * examine changes in cognitive functions, particularly attention and memory functions following each exercise intervention. * evaluate the impact of both exercise programs on behavioral symptoms and social adaptation as reported by parents * determine whether rhytm-based exercise (Gince Zumba) or cognitively demanding stepping exercise (Square Stepping) is more effective in imroving functional outcomes in children with ADHD. Based on these aims, the study was conducted as follows: * Eligible participants were randomly assigned to one of the three intervention groups ( square stepping group, gince zumba group, control group) * All participants underwent baseline assessments prior to the interventions * Participants in the intervention groups performed assigned activities for eight weeks, while the control group did not engage in regular physical activity during the same period. * Following the completion of the interventions, all participants underwent post-intervention assessments

Who can participate

Age range

8 Years – 12 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Ability to read and understand Turkish language * Use of psychostimulant medication for at least 2 months prior to enrollment Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of intellectual disability * Comorbidity of medical or psychiatric * Inability to participate in physical activity

Questions worth asking your doctor

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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

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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?

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What they're measuring

Stroop Color Test Completion Time

Timeframe: Baseline and at the end of the 8-week intervention

Visual-Auditory Digit Span Test Total Score

Timeframe: Baseline and after 8 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07376863

SponsorCukurova University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-03-15

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