Healthy Children 8-12 Years Old for ADD and ADHD Study
What is the purpose of this study?
Cincinnati Children's is conducting a research study to better understand the brain development in typical children compared to children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The focus is on learning more about the brain's abilities to control coordinated hand and finger movements.
Who will be included in this study?
Children 8-12 years old who
- Are right-handed
- Have no significant neurological, developmental or psychiatric diagnoses
- Do not have a close relative (first degree) with ADD or ADHD
What is involved?
The study lasts for up to 5 hours and includes 1 visit. The following is a list of procedures that will take place during the study:
- An initial screening
- Parent questionnaires
- Neuropsychological testing (achievement testing) for research purposes only
- A procedure called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) which looks at brain development and motor skills
What are the benefits?
Your child may receive no direct benefit from participating in this study. The greatest benefit is that your child may be contributing to research that helps other children. Research studies are essential in finding new and improved treatments and diagnostic tools.
Will I get all the facts about the study?
Parents interested in having their child participate will be given a consent form that thoroughly explains all of the details of the study. The form covers all of the procedures, the risks, the benefits, the pay, who to contact with questions or concerns and more. A member of the study staff will review the consent form with you and will be sure that all of your questions are answered. Study procedures will not begin until a parent or guardian has signed this form and, if of age, the child has given at minimum his/her verbal agreement.
What are the risks?
There are limited risks associated with the use of TMS. Based on previous studies involving both children and adults exposed to TMS, there may be mild and temporary side effects such as scalp discomfort, hand weakness and headaches. A detailed list of possible side effects will be provided to those parents or guardians interested in knowing more about this study.
What is the pay?
Families will receive up to $40 for their participation.
Who should I contact for more information?
Kelly Isaacs
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Department of Pediatric Neurology MLC 2015
3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45229-3039
Phone: 513-636-3201
kelly.isaacs@cchmc.org
