Treatment Studies

Research studies help us to advance our knowledge of ADHD and other behavioral disorders. Participating in clinical trials is a great way to access new and cutting-edge treatment

Please contact us at (310) 825-3735 or adhdandmood@ucla.edu if you are interested or know someone who may be interested in participating. More information about our current and past treatment studies can be found below.

All treatment is provided at no cost. 

Innovative Non-Medication Treatment Study for ADHD

STATUS

ACTIVE AND SEEKING PARTICIPANTS

AGE

7 - 12 years of age

ELIGIBILITY

Diagnosed with ADHD or has symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity

STUDY LENGTH

4 - 8 weeks, possible extension

STUDY DETAILS
  • Participants will receive a comprehensive ADHD evaluation, EEGs, weekly questionnaires, and a novel medical treatment

  • For this innovative treatment, mild electrical signals are used to stimulate the brain during sleep in order to improve behaviors associated with ADHD

FLYER

For more information, please view our study flyer here.

PUBLICATIONS

The details and results of our previous TNS research studies can be found here:

An Eight-week, Open-trial, Pilot Feasibility Study of Trigeminal Nerve Stimulation in Youth With Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Double-Blind, Sham-Controlled, Pilot Study of Trigeminal Nerve Stimulation for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: Dr. James McGough

 

 

Flash Light Therapy and CBT for ADHD Study

STATUS

ACTIVE AND SEEKING PARTICIPANTS

AGE

14 - 17 years of age

ELIGIBILITY
  • Diagnosed with ADHD
  • Delayed Sleep-Wake Schedule
STUDY LENGTH

7 weeks 

STUDY DETAILS
  • Participants will receive 2 weeks of flashed light therapy and 4 weeks of cognitive behavioral therapy and at-home flashed light therapy 

  • 7 weeks of continuous sleep monitoring with watch and sleep diary

FLYER

For more information, please view our study flyer here.

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: Dr. Emily Ricketts

 

 

 

Treatment Study for Children and Adolescents with Irritability and Restlessness

STATUS

COMPLETE - NOT SEEKING PARTICIPANTS

AGE

7 - 17 years of age

ELIGIBILITY
  • Is frequently moody, irritable, cranky, agitated, or distractible

  • Participants must not be diagnosed with autism or Asperger’s disorder.

STUDY LENGTH

12 visits over 3 months

STUDY DETAILS
  • Participants will receive a comprehensive evaluation and be given an ADHD medication and antidepressant (Fluoxetine) or a placebo

  • The study also includes psychological and laboratory testing, interviews, and weekly questionnaires 

FLYER

For more information, please view our study flyer here.

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: Dr. James McGough

 

Treatment for Adolescents with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

STATUS

COMPLETE - NOT SEEKING PARTICIPANTS

AGE

12 - 17 years of age

ELIGIBILITY

Diagnosed with ADHD or has symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity

STUDY LENGTH

Weekly visits for up to 7 weeks

STUDY DETAILS
  • Participants will receive a comprehensive evaluation and be given an ADHD medication (methylphenidate) or placebo
  • This study also includes psychological measures and laboratory testing, and weekly questionnaires and interviews

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: Dr. James McGough