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CompletedNCT02723708

Ventral Tegmental Area (VTA) Self-Activation in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

This study is completed. It focuses on ADHD and currently lists study information in the United States.

ADHDOtherFrom 18 Years to 45 Years
In plain English

Key information made simple

This study exists to explore whether smoking support or smoking-related treatment could improve care and understanding. Researchers are trying to understand whether smoking support or smoking-related treatment can improve attention, thinking, or day-to-day functioning. For people living with ADHD, being understood earlier and more clearly can shape the whole care journey. If the findings are useful, they could lead to earlier recognition and more informed decisions later on. Taking part helps build the evidence that can improve understanding and care for others over time.

What to expect

Your next step

The official record suggests in-person participation through a research setting, with sites including Duke ADHD Program in Durham. Participation appears to involve assessments along with scans or samples to help researchers understand patterns more clearly. The main fit is usually matching the main diagnosis and meeting the main study requirements, while common reasons not to take part include active substance or alcohol problems that could affect the results and pregnancy or breastfeeding. The official record does not list a formal phase, which usually means this is focused more on feasibility, delivery, or support than a standard drug-development stage.

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Registry reference

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In practice

For you

Taking part may help clarify how this condition is measured or understood.

It requires regular visits and structured follow-up.

Requires travel, with in-person participation in United States.

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Study clarity

Things to check before joining

Sponsor
Duke University
Sponsor type
University
Main activity
behavioral or lifestyle intervention
Time commitment
long follow-up or multiple visits
Study phase
Not available
Enrollment
Not available
Recruitment status
Completed
Source
Official registry link
FAQ

Questions about this study

What is Ventral Tegmental Area (VTA) Self-Activation in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

This study is exploring behavioral or lifestyle intervention for people with adhd. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. Direct benefit is not guaranteed.

Who is behind this study, and what type of sponsor is it?

This study is sponsored by Duke University. Based on the sponsor name or official registry information, it appears to be a university. You should verify the details in the official registry record.

What does participation involve, what phase is it, and what should I ask about safety?

This study may involve behavioral or lifestyle intervention, study visits, and assessments. The time commitment is long follow-up or multiple visits. The study phase is not available in HopeStage data. Check the official source record to see whether a phase is listed. Enrollment is not available in HopeStage data. HopeStage cannot say whether a study is safe or right for you. Before joining, ask the research team about possible risks, time commitment, visits, side effects, compensation, safety monitoring, and whether participation may affect your current care.

Where can I verify the study details?

Use the official source record linked on this page to check the full study description, recruitment status, eligibility criteria, locations, sponsor information, phase, enrollment, contact details, and any listed risks or requirements.

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