Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Treatment of Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Completed · Not applicable

Conditions studied: Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity

In brief

This study will determine the efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy in treating adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT00118911

Run by

Massachusetts General Hospital

People needed

86

Starts

2004-09-01

Expected to finish

2010-07-01

Last updated by the study team

2018-01-02

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 65. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Diagnosis of adult ADHD of at least mild clinical severity (CGI score of 3 or greater)
• Stable on medications for adult ADHD for at least 2 months
• Between 18 and 65 years old
• Be able to give informed consent and comply with study procedures

You may not qualify if…

• Moderate to severe major depression, clinically significant panic disorder (CGI for depression or panic greater than 4), bipolar disorder, organic mental disorders, psychotic disorders, or pervasive developmental disorders
• Active suicidality (HAM-D suicidality item rated 3 or 4)
• Current substance abuse or dependence
• IQ less than 90
• Suicide risk
• Prior participation in cognitive behavioral therapy for ADHD

Where it is running

• Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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