RecruitingNCT06971640

Advancing Identification of Circadian Delay in ADHD Youth: Associations With Clinical Heterogeneity and Cognition

Sponsor

Duke University

Enrollment

250 participants

Start Date

May 28, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

ADHD ADHD - Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity

Summary

The purpose of this study is to better understand sleep and circadian functioning in children with ADHD using home-based measures, parent report, and a lab based melatonin assessment. Investigators will also examine how sleep relates to psychiatric health and cognition among children with ADHD. The investigator for this study is Dr. Jessica Lunsford-Avery from the Department of Psychiatry.

Eligibility

Min Age: 6 YearsMax Age: 9 Years

Inclusion Criteria5

Child ages 6-9
Meet criteria for a primary psychiatric diagnosis of DSM-5 ADHD, any presentation
Intellectual functioning >80
Healthy (i.e., no major medical problems)
If applicable, willingness to suspend use of melatonin during the study period

Exclusion Criteria4

Meet DSM-5 criteria for psychosis, bipolar, or autism spectrum disorders
Diagnosis of occult sleep disorders, including sleep apnea or restless leg syndrome
Medication for sleep other than melatonin
Plans to initiate stimulant medication during the study period

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