Principal Investigator: Heather Joseph, DO
Funding Source: The National Institute of Mental Health
The Newborn Pittsburgh ADHD Risk in Infancy Study (NewPARIS) enrolled 78 families to examine attention in neonates, infants, and toddlers who do and do not have a parent with ADHD; data collection is ongoing. This information will help us understand if babies born to parents with ADHD have differences in attention compared to babies of parents without ADHD. Outcomes from this study could provide information regarding the ability to detect risk for inattention in the first year of life. This is a critical first step towards the ultimate goal of early identification and intervention for children at risk for ADHD.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I be asked to do for the study?
There will be three study visits totaling approximately 6-8 hours, plus one follow-up questionnaire. The first visit will take place at our offices in Oakland; the second and third visits will take place in your home; the follow-up questionnaire will be completed online. During the study visits, you and your child will complete attention tasks, you will complete online surveys, and you and your child will be videotaped while you play together. Developmental specialists will also assess your child’s developing cognitive and motor abilities.
Is there a cost to participate?
There is no cost to participate. Families who are eligible will be compensated up to $325 for study participation.
About ADHD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common mental disorder that affects many children and adults. Symptoms of ADHD include inattention (trouble focusing), hyperactivity (excess movement or restlessness) and impulsivity (hasty actions that occur in the moment without thinking). For more information about and resources for ADHD, visit our website resources page.