Difficulty keeping focus, inability to control impulses, and impatience are often things that adults with ADHD struggle with. It can make daily tasks a struggle.
ADHD affects nearly 4-5% of adults in the United States. The symptoms of ADHD as an adult may cause trouble in many parts of life - at home, at work, or at school. The Adult ADHD Study is researching the effectiveness of a new potential treatment for ADHD. If you qualify and choose to participate you will have access an investigational treatment option that may help improve your ADHD symptoms.
You may be eligible to participate if you:
- Are 18 years or older
- Have been diagnosed with ADHD
- Experience symptoms of ADHD such as:
- Difficulty focusing
- Problems with remembering important tasks and/or appointments
- Avoiding difficult tasks
- Impulsive behavior
* As a study participant, all study-related care will be provided at no cost to you including the potential treatment.
Sign Up
What happens if I sign up? We will match you to a research center in your area that needs volunteers 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 you think you might like to participate in the Adult ADHD Study 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 the study, you may change your mind about participating at any time.
About ADHD
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), is a condition that is characterized by inattention (not being able to keep focus), hyperactivity (excess movement that is not fitting to the setting) and impulsivity (hasty acts that occur in the moment without thought).
ADHD is more commonly seen in boys and men and is usually discovered at a young age when the child has difficulty in school, paying attention, or behavioral problems.
Some people with ADHD have fewer symptoms as they age, but some adults continue to have symptoms that interfere with their daily lives. In adults the main symptoms of ADHD may include difficulty paying attention, restlessness, and impulsiveness.
Many adults with ADHD are not aware that they have it and just know that everyday tasks such as focusing, and prioritizing can be challenging; leading to missed deadlines and forgotten meetings. The inability to control impulses can display as impatience waiting in line, road-rage, mood swings or outburst of anger.
Adult ADHD symptoms may include:
- Impulsiveness (hasty acts that occur in the moment without thought)
- Disorganization and problems prioritizing
- Poor time management
- Trouble multitasking
- Excessive activity or restlessness
- Low frustration or anger tolerance
- Frequent mood swings
- Problems following through and completing tasks
- Trouble coping with stress
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 or device – these may include how well an investigational study drug, or device, works for a certain condition. All medications and devices must be tested in clinical research studies before they can be approved and prescribed to patients.
Why are research studies important?
A research study is the process by which new and innovative medications, treatments and devices 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.
What is the purpose of the Adult ADHD Study?
The Adult ADHD Study is a multi-center study researching the effectiveness of an investigational ADHD treatment for adults.
Is there a cost to participate?
There is no cost to participate in the Adult ADHD Study. If you decide to take part:
- You will receive study-related care throughout the study from a team of experienced doctors and nurses.
- You will receive all study-related care at no cost.
- You will be paid for each study visit you complete.
What else do I need to consider?
The study team will be able to explain more about what the Adult ADHD Study 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.
How far is the research site?
We match you to a research center 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 research center 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 Adult ADHD Study
The Adult ADHD Study is researching the effectiveness of an investigational treatment for ADHD. If you qualify and choose to participate you will have access to an investigational treatment option that may help improve your ADHD symptoms.
Study participants will receive all study-related care at no cost. Participants will be paid for each study visit they complete.
Who can take part in the Adult ADHD Study?
You may be eligible to participate if you:
- Are 18 years or older
- Have been diagnosed with ADHD
- Experience symptoms of ADHD such as:
- Difficulty focusing
- Problems with remembering important tasks and/or appointments
- Avoiding difficult tasks
- Impulsive behavior