We are inviting your child to take part in a research study that is studying whether a medication that is already approved to treat ADHD in children over the age of 6 is also able to also treat children below the age of 6.

The Childhood ADHD Studies will enroll children who experience symptoms of ADHD. The study will include visits to a study site near the participant’s home throughout the duration of the study.

There is no cost to take part in the Childhood ADHD Studies. No health insurance is required.

Your child may qualify for the Childhood ADHD Studies if they:

  • Are between 4-5 years old
  • Have a diagnosis of ADHD or exhibit symptoms of ADHD, such as:
    • Inability to sit still
    • Constantly fidgeting
    • Excessive movements and/or talking
    • Inability to concentrate
    • Unable to wait their turn

There is no cost to participate in the study. All study-related care, including the investigational medication.

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What happens if I sign up? We will match you to a research study location in your area that needs children with ADHD or notify you when one becomes available. The study team will then contact you and you may have the opportunity to participate if qualified. If after talking to the study team you decide to participate in the study, you will be asked to read and sign a consent form which provides detailed information including your rights, risks, benefits and requirements of the study.


If you think you might like to participate in the Childhood ADHD Studies or would like more information, please enter your information below so we can see if you may qualify and can contact you about the study. Keep in mind that participation is entirely voluntary. If you do decide to take part in a study, you may change your mind about participating at any time.

About ADHD

ADHD is a common neurobehavioral disorder that occurs in 6% to 8% of children worldwide and often starts in childhood.(1,2) For many people, ADHD can be mistaken as bad behavior, instead of a medical condition.2 Without the right diagnosis and treatment options early on, ADHD can make school, relationships, and work much harder for your child.

The 3 main symptoms of ADHD include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Other symptoms may include:3

  • Inability to sit still
  • Constantly fidgeting
  • Excessive movements and/or talking
  • Inability to concentrate
  • Unable to wait their turn
The most common and effective medicines for the treatment of ADHD are central nervous system (CNS) stimulants, which contain amphetamine or methylphenidate (MPH).4 Several studies have shown that, in children with ADHD, MPH improves classroom functioning, notably by decreasing disruptive behavior and increasing academic productivity, accuracy and improvement in teacher ratings. In addition, MPH has been shown to improve performance in children for several cognitive tasks, including measures of attention and memory.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a research study?

A research study (also called a clinical trial) is a medical study that helps to answer important questions about an investigational drug – these may include how well an investigational study drug works for a certain condition. All medications must be tested in clinical research studies before they can be approved and prescribed to patients.

A research study is the process by which new and innovative medications, interventions and treatments are approved and brought to market, so people can live happier and healthier lives. Even over-the-counter medications, such as NSAIDs, you may have used to counteract a headache, have gone through the clinical research study process before it was available at your local pharmacy.

The Childhood ADHD Studies is researching if an oral medication that is already approved to treat ADHD in children over the age of 6 is also able to also treat children below the age of 6.

The Childhood ADHD Studies will enroll participants between the ages of 4-5 years old (inclusive) with ADHD at study sites throughout the United States.

The study will include visits to a study site near the participant’s home throughout the duration of the study.

There is no cost to participate in the Childhood ADHD Studies. If you qualify, all study-related care will be provided at no cost to you or your insurance.

The research team will be able to explain more about what the Childhood ADHD Studies will involve, and it is up to you to decide if you want to take part. Participation in this study is voluntary. Whether or not you decide to participate in this study will not affect your current or future relationships with your doctors. If you decide to participate, you are free to withdraw at any time without affecting those relationships.

We match you to a study site within a close travel distance from your home. If we are not running the study in your area currently, with your permission, we will keep you in our database and reach out once a study in your area becomes available. If, at any time, you decided you no longer want your information stored, you can opt out and we will delete your details.

About the Childhood ADHD Studies

The Childhood ADHD Studies will enroll participants between the ages of 4-5 years old (inclusive) with ADHD at study sites throughout the United States. During the study, participants will make visits to a study location near their home.

Insurance is not required to participate in the study. All study-related care, including the investigational medication is provided at no cost.

Who can take part in the Childhood ADHD Studies?

Your child may qualify for the Childhood ADHD Studies if they:

  • Are between 4-5 years old
  • Have a diagnosis of ADHD or exhibit symptoms of ADHD, such as:
    • Inability to sit still
    • Constantly fidgeting
    • Excessive movements and/or talking
    • Inability to concentrate
    • Unable to wait their turn

The Childhood ADHD Studies are researching medications to see if they are able to help children with ADHD.