Clinical Trials / Research Studies
Down Syndrome and ADHD Study for Children and Teens 6 to 17 Years Old
Why are we doing this research?
Cincinnati Children's is conducting a research study, sometimes known as a clinical trial or clinical study, to see how children with Down syndrome and ADHD respond to medication. The medication is an FDA-approved drug for ADHD treatment.
Who can participate?
Children and teens 6 to 17 years old with Down syndrome and ADHD may be eligible to participate.
Conditions
- Down Syndrome
- ADD / ADHD
- Developmental Delays
- Disabilities: Intellectual
What will happen in the study?
You and your child will be asked to visit Cincinnati Children's for study visits over a 30-week period. Some study procedures may be completed at home via telehealth visits. These are the things that will happen to your child while in the study:
We will perform:
- Cognitive and behavioral assessments
- A medical screening - ECHO, EKG
- Phone or video calls
You and your child will be given a consent form that thoroughly explains all details of the study. A member of the study staff will review the consent form with you and will be sure that all your questions are answered.
What are the good things that can happen from this research?
Your child may not have a direct benefit from participating in this study. Ultimately, the information learned from this research study may help children with Down syndrome and ADHD, and it may also help doctors with their diagnostic and treatment efforts.
What are the bad things that can happen from this research?
Possible risks and discomforts will be discussed with those interested in learning more about the study.
Will you/your child be paid to be in this research study?
Families will receive up to $225 for time and effort.
Contact
Kellie Voth
513-800-7423
DSresearch@cchmc.org
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
3333 Burnet Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45229-3039
Study Doctor
Tanya Froehlich, MD
Division of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
3333 Burnet Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45229-3026
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