Genetic Modulation of Working Memory in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Summary

In this study the investigators will measure the functional brain activity of adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) patients, genotyped according to the COMT genotype, during a Working Memory Paradigm, before and after a placebo controlled treatment with MPH for 6 WEEKS. Within this design, the investigators will be able to evaluate the therapeutic effect of MPH treatment on cognitive functions.

Timeline

Start

2011-05

Primary completion

2012-12

Completion

2013-03

Drugs

Indications