Comprehensive Treatment and Monthly 2 Year Follow-Up in Children With ADHD: Randomized Controlled Prospective Study.
Lily Hechtman, Natalie Grizenko, Ridha Joober et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the efficacy of regular monthly follow-up versus as-needed follow-up in maintaining treatment gains in 186 children aged 6 to 13 with ADHD. After an initial 3-month comprehensive treatment, both groups showed significant improvements, but the community group exhibited worse Hyperactive/Impulsive ratings over the 2-year follow-up period.
Key findings
- Both groups showed significant improvements in all domains after 3 months of treatment.
- Hyperactive/Impulsive ratings were worse in the community follow-up group during the follow-up period.
- Treatment gains were maintained for 2 years in both groups.
Why it matters
Understanding the impact of follow-up frequency on treatment outcomes in children with ADHD is crucial for optimizing care strategies. This study highlights the potential benefits of structured follow-up in maintaining treatment gains.