ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
Conditions
Interventions
The mindfulness training for children consists of 8-9 weekly group meetings of
1.5 hours. Parallel to this parents participate in the weekly Mindful Parenting
training which also takes 1.5 hours eac
Sponsors
Universiteit van Amsterdam
Eligibility
Age
2 Years to 17 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - The child is between 9 and 18 years of age (also turning 9 during time of study) - The child has a primary DSM classification of ADHD - ADHD is verified by standardized structured DSM interview - (Estimated) IQ is over 80 - At least one parent is willing to participate in the Mindful Parenting training
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - (Estimated) IQ is below 80 - Suicidal risk - Suffering from psychosis, schizophrenia, or untreated PTSD - Co morbid conduct problems that are so severe, already during intake, that interaction/talking between parent and child is not possible. - Current or previous use of methylphenidate in the past month - Current or previous participation in mindfulness training in the past month - Participation in a currently active other psychological intervention
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Attention problems (also hyperactivity and impulsivity) as reported by the parents, child, teacher, and test observer. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Symptoms of anxiety, depression, social functioning, stress, tiredness and quality of life. | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Outcome results
None listed