Evaluation of a Web-Based ADHD Awareness Training in Primary Care: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial With Nested Interviews.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting up to 5% of children and adults. Undiagnosed and untreated ADHD can result in adverse long-term health, educational, and social impacts for affected individuals. Therefore, it is important to identify this disorder as early as possible. General practitioners (GPs) frequently play a gatekeeper role in access to specialist services in charge of diagnosis and treatment. Studies have shown that their lack of knowledge and understanding about ADHD can create barriers to care.

Objective

This pilot randomized controlled trial assesses the efficacy of a web-based psychoeducation program on ADHD tailored for GPs.

Methods

A total of 221 participants were randomized to either a

SUBMITTER: French B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7762685 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature