Occupational Intervention for ADHD

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Recruiting

Sponsor: Université du Québec a Montréal

Disqualifiers: Receiving psychosocial services

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

An adaptation of the Minds@Work intervention to improve quality of life at work for adults living with attention deficit disorder with/without hyperactivity (ADHD), following a group format.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Minds@Work-ADHD-Quality of Life for ADHD?

Research on a similar treatment, Work-MAP, shows that a telehealth intervention can improve work performance, executive functions (mental skills like planning and organizing), and quality of life for adults with ADHD. This suggests that the Minds@Work-ADHD-Quality of Life treatment might also be effective in enhancing these areas. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

How is the Minds@Work-ADHD-Quality of Life treatment different from other ADHD treatments?

Minds@Work-ADHD-Quality of Life is unique because it focuses on improving work participation and quality of life through occupational interventions, specifically addressing executive impairments (difficulties in planning, organizing, and managing tasks) in adults with ADHD. Unlike traditional medication, this treatment involves personalized support from occupational specialists to enhance daily functioning and work performance. ^{1 2 6 7 8}

Research Team

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults who have been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically participants would need to meet diagnostic criteria for ADHD and be seeking ways to improve their work life.

Inclusion Criteria

French language proficiency

Score ≤ 4 on Part A of the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS-v1.1)

Currently employed

Exclusion Criteria

I am getting therapy to help improve my quality of life.

Trial Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Intervention

Participants receive the Minds@Work psychosocial group intervention aimed at improving quality of life at work for ADHD workers

8 weeks

Weekly group sessions

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for maintenance of intervention gains at multiple time points

12 months

Assessments at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months post-intervention

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Minds@Work-ADHD-Quality of Life (Behavioral Intervention)

Trial Overview The study is testing an adapted version of the Minds@Work intervention, designed specifically to enhance the quality of work life for those living with ADHD. It's a group-based program that may involve minimal contact with facilitators.

Participant Groups

Group I: Intervention Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Minds@Work-ADHD-Quality of Life

Group II: Control Placebo Group 1 Intervention

Minimal contact comparison approach

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Université du Québec a Montréal

Lead Sponsor

Trials

28

Recruited

5,600+

Fonds de recherche du Québec - Société et culture

Collaborator

Trials

2

Recruited

140+

Findings from Research

A systematic review of 143 studies found that most interventions for adults with ADHD in the workplace focus on pharmacological treatments, which may not be easily applicable in work settings.

Key effective mechanisms identified from psychosocial interventions include group therapy, support from the ADHDers' network, and strong client-patient relationships, highlighting the need for more tailored workplace strategies beyond medication.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A systematic review of interventions to support adults with ADHD at work-Implications from the paucity of context-specific research for theory and practice. Lauder, K., McDowall, A., Tenenbaum, HR.[2022]

References

1. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Work-MAP Telehealth Metacognitive Work-Performance Intervention for Adults With ADHD: Randomized Controlled Trial. [2023]

2. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Occupational outcome in adult ADHD: impact of symptom profile, comorbid psychiatric problems, and treatment: a cross-sectional study of 414 clinically diagnosed adult ADHD patients. [2022]

3. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Functional impairment and occupational outcome in adults with ADHD. [2022]

4. Switzerland pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A systematic review of interventions to support adults with ADHD at work-Implications from the paucity of context-specific research for theory and practice. [2022]

5. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Efficacy of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate for promoting occupational success in adolescents and young adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. [2021]

6. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Needs for occupational assistance among young adults with ADHD to deal with executive impairments and promote occupational participation - a qualitative study. [2022]

7. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Functional Impairment Mediates the Relationship Between Adult ADHD Inattentiveness and Occupational Outcome. [2018]

8. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Pilot Study of the Cognitive-Functional Intervention for Adults (Cog-Fun A): A Metacognitive-Functional Tool for Adults With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. [2022]