Active clinical trials for "Hyperkinesis"

Open label, flexible dose, long-term multicenter study of safety and efficacy of SPN-812 ER in pediatric ADHD patients

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect and safety of Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate (Vyvanse®) in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents with ADHD and comorbid Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This would be a novel study as there is no known safety or efficacy data for amphetamine based medications in this population. In addition, although health related quality of life and executive function are known to improve with the treatment of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate in the ADHD population (Banaschewski 2013; Findling 2009; Turgay 2010), it has not been shown in the co-morbid ADHD and ASD population. ADHD is the most common pediatric neurobiological condition affecting approximately five percent of the pediatric population (Feldman 2009). ASD is being increasingly recognized as affecting a substantial amount of the pediatric population, with recent prevalence data showing 1 in 68 affected (Baio, 2014). Prior to the introduction of DSM-5 (APA, 2013), exclusion criteria precluded the diagnosis of ADHD when ASD was present. Studies have shown that 41%-71% of children with ASD also meet criteria for ADHD (Goldstein 2004, Sturm 2004,Yoshida 2004, Gadow 2006). This means that up to 1% of the population may have co-morbid ADHD and ASD. With the official recognition of this comorbidity, treatment of comorbid ADHD when ASD is also present has been increasingly recognized as an important strategy in improving executive functioning and quality of life in those affected. Studies have indicated that some of the medications commonly used to treat ADHD, are effective and safe when used in comorbid ADHD and ASD. At this time, there have been well designed studies demonstrating safety and efficacy for methylphenidate (Ghuman et al. 2009; Handen et al. 2000; Quintana et al. 1995; RUPP 2005), guanfacine XR (Posey 2004; Scahill 2015), and atomoxetine (Arnold 2006; Harfterkamp 2012).

The aim of the study is to determine the effects of animation therapy on the main symptoms of Attention Deficit - Hyperactivity Disorder; hyperactivity, inattention and impulsivity.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder that presents during childhood, with at least some symptoms causing impairment before the age of seven. It is characterized by developmentally inappropriate levels of inattention and/or hyperactive-impulsive behavior, with significant impairment occurring in at least two settings. It affects approximately 5.2 million children in the United States. Homeopathic treatment has been shown to be a promising intervention for ADHD, however the reasons for that effectiveness is unclear. Specifically, it is unclear whether improvement is due to the homeopathic medicine, the consultative process, or other non-specific effects. This study has 3 primary objectives: 1. to determine if there are any specific effects of homeopathic medicines in the treatment of ADHD, 2. to determine if there any specific effects the homeopathic consultation alone in the treatment of ADHD, and 3. to determine if there is an overall effect of homeopathic treatment (homeopathic medicines plus consultation) in the treatment of ADHD. This is a three arm study. Participants will be randomized to one of three arms: Arm 1 (Verum group): a treatment arm where the participant will receive homeopathic consultation plus a homeopathic remedy Arm 2 (Placebo group): a treatment arm where the participant will receive homeopathic consultation plus a placebo remedy Arm 3 (Usual care group): participants will continue with usual care and will not receive homeopathic treatment as part of the study. Participants enrolled in this study, regardless of which study Arm they are in, may continue with all conventional medications or any other aspect of their current standard of care they are taking as recommended by their usual physician (so long as they are on a stable dose of the conventional ADHD medication for at least 6 weeks prior to beginning the trial). They may also continue to attend regularly scheduled visits with their own health care practitioner(s). Participants may also start, stop or change the dose of any therapy (including conventional medications) during the study and are asked to report the change to the study team. Thus, the placebo group participants are not different than other participants, except that they will have a homeopathic consultation and a placebo remedy. The use of placebo is specific to homeopathic treatment, to allow for double-blinding, which is recognized to reduce study bias. Prior to enrolling in the study, those considering participation will undergo a full assessment by a psychiatrist with a specialty in child and youth mental health. This assessment confirms the diagnosis and screens for inclusion/exclusion study criteria. At the same time, the psychiatrist recommends evidence-based therapies to clients including conventional medication. The psychiatrist does not directly treat the client. If medication is recommended and the clients wish to pursue it with their regular physician, they would still be able to enroll in the study if they wanted to, after six weeks of reaching a stable dose. This study will help our understanding of the treatment process and whether different elements of the intervention have greater or lesser effects. This study is a follow-up to an open label pilot study of the homeopathic treatment of ADHD using the same study team. Sample size was calculated based on the results of that study.

This open label, flexible-dose study evaluating the safety and efficacy of SPN-812 administered with psychostimulants in children and adolescents (6 to 17 years of age) with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of Foquest® on sleep, using actigraphy and sleep diaries, in children aged 6-12 compared to baseline on no medication. Sleep difficulties, including prolonged sleep onset latency and decreased total sleep time have a significant negative impact on the functioning of children. In adults, sleep deprivation may result in drowsiness and yawning. However, in children, this may manifest as mood and behavioural disturbances which may even mimic the classic symptoms of ADHD; hyperactivity, poor impulse control, and inattention. This can in turn negatively affect the day to day activities of a child such as social interactions and learning. A meta-analysis in 2015 showed that stimulant medications impair sleep of children and adolescents. Some researchers have argued that stimulant medication may improve sleep. Importantly there appears to be heterogeneity in the effects of stimulant medication on sleep with some people sleeping better and some people worse after taking Foquest®. Although the randomized controlled trials done to date have demonstrated the efficacy and outlined the safety profile of Foquest, there remains some unanswered questions about the practical implications in the real-world setting. Some clinicians have raised the concern, for example, that the extended duration of Foquest, may have a negative impact on sleep. This study will evaluate the effect of Foquest® on sleep and particularly sleep latency and self and parent reported sleep restorative quality. This would be a novel study as there is no objective or subjective data on the effect of the Foquest® on sleep latency and total sleep time in children aged 6-12.

Open label, flexible dose, long-term multicenter study of safety and efficacy of SPN-812 in adult ADHD patients

Drug treatment is often the first and only line of treatment available for ADHD. However, some do not benefit from medication. The importance of psychotherapy is becoming more widely accepted. In this study a group of university students diagnosed with ADHD will be offered cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) in groups. The treatment will be provided by a Clinical Nurse Specialist in psychiatric nursing (CNS), in cooperation with school counsellors at the University of Iceland and the Reykjavík University. Brief CBT treatment will be offered, i.e. six group sessions, once a week over a period of six weeks. Little is known about the effects of CBT for adults diagnosed with ADHD. The study could provide knowledge about the effects of CBT on depression, anxiety and ADHD, and on attitudes, for individuals with ADHD. The resulting knowledge might lead to improved well-being and increased quality of life.

The goal of this proposed study is to pilot test a novel treatment model (PRE-CARE) addressing unmet social needs for families of preschool-age children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms. The investigators will conduct an adaptive, pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) of the intervention with parents of 60 low-income children age 3-5 (36-71 months) with ADHD symptoms in order to: optimize intervention delivery; field test study logistics (e.g., recruitment, enrollment, randomization, retention); explore putative intervention mechanisms; and obtain estimates of study parameters to plan an appropriately powered RCT of the intervention. The PRE-CARE intervention is adapted from Well Child Care, Evaluation, Community, Resources, Advocacy, Referral, Education (WE CARE), a screening and referral intervention that has been shown to be feasible and effective in addressing the family psychosocial stressors of low-income families seen in pediatric medical homes. Given the negative impact that socioeconomic stressors can have on the health and development of young children with ADHD symptoms, tailored interventions such as PRE-CARE may serve as a vital early intervention strategy to promote long-term well-being.

This double-blind crossover study aims to compare cognitive performance (e.g., working memory, selective attention and cognitive flexibility) of children ages 6-18 years diagnosed with ADHD of the combined type (ADHD-C) or inattentive-type (ADHD-IA) and currently on > 20 mg/day of psychostimulants (psychostimulants) on: a) their current dose of psychostimulants, vs. b) a lower-dose of psychostimulants (half of their current dose). The investigators hypothesize that the lower-dose psychostimulants will result in better cognitive performance than moderate-to-high doses of psychostimulants.