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  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Clinical Trials

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  • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often requires long-term medication management.
  • Adolescents with ADHD may question their current stimulant medication regimens.
  • Transitioning from family-centered to self-management of ADHD treatment is a critical developmental stage.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To pilot test personalized medication experiments for children aged 11-15 with ADHD.
  • To assess the feasibility and impact of these experiments on treatment decisions and conflict.

Main Methods:

  • An open-label trial involving 30 children with ADHD and their parents.
  • Participants engaged in personalized medication experiments for 2-4 weeks after initial tracking.
  • Validated measures included the Decisional Conflict Scale (DCS) and Decision-Making Involvement Scale (DMIS).

Main Results:

  • Common experiments included dose/medication changes (50%) and adjusting timing (36.7%).
  • Post-experiment, 46.7% continued the new regimen, while 30% sought further medical consultation.
  • Significant reduction in decisional conflict was observed for parents (p=0.01).
  • Most parents (83.3%) and children (76.7%) found the experiments helpful.

Conclusions:

  • Personalized medication experiments show promise in supporting ADHD treatment transitions.
  • This approach can empower adolescents in managing their ADHD.
  • Facilitating informed decision-making aids the shift towards self-management.