With pilot funding from the Life Course Translational Research Network (LCT-RN), Drs. Arnett and Peisch are developing a preventative intervention aimed at reducing substance use in youth with ADHD. The goal of the study is to strengthen protective factors of the child and family, including parent-child communication, interpersonal skills, and adherence to ADHD treatment. In the first stage, we developed materials and tested acceptability of the intervention with families, providers, and researchers. In this second phase, Drs. Arnett and Peisch will now be testing the feasibility and acceptability of the intervention in Middle School and High School students and their caregivers.
PUMAA Study: Promoting Success in Middle Schoolers and Adolescents with ADHD
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General information about participation
Your family may be eligible to participate if you have a child who:
- Is 11-13 years old OR 15-17 years old
- Has an ADHD/ADD diagnosis
- Is not diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disability
- Has a caregiver who is willing to participate (not currently in DCF custody)
Study participation – pilot study
- If you are interested in participating in the pilot study, you will first complete a 10-minute phonecall with an Arnett Lab member to make sure the study is a good fit for your family.
- If you are eligible for the study, you will be enrolled in a 4-session study. The sessions happenweekly, and in the evening (i.e., after work/school).
- The sessions will be held virtually (Zoom) and you would be interacting with other caregivers andyouth of the same age.
- Parents and youth will complete questionnaires remotely before and after the intervention (2times).
- Each family will earn up to $200 for completing the study - $100 for the caregiver(s) and $100 forthe youth.
If you would like to hear more about our study, please provide your contact information here.
Please contact us at ArnettLab@childrens.harvard.edu or 617-919-7771 to learn more! By calling or emailing, you are not agreeing to participate. Your decision to enroll is completely voluntary and if you do decide to enroll, you may drop out of the study at any time.