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Stimulant vs. Non-stimulant Treatments and Reward Processing in Drug-naive Youth at SUD Risk

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
NCT IDNCT03781765ClinicalTrials.gov data as of Apr 2026
Phase

Phase 4

Target enrollment

44

Study length

about 6.3 years

Ages

7–12

Locations

1 site in NY

About this study

This trial is testing whether stimulant or non-stimulant medications for ADHD affect brain reward systems in children who are not currently taking medication. Researchers will use fMRI to see how these treatments impact the brain's response to rewards.

Based on ClinicalTrials.gov records.

What participants do

  • 1.Take Atomoxetine
  • 2.Take Methylphenidate
PhasePhase 4
DrugAtomoxetine
Routeoral

Participation effort

Estimated from trial records. Details can vary by site.

Time + visits
Low7%
Logistics
Moderate50%

Logistics difficulty varies by site location and availability.

Trial highlights

Treatment details

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Drug classes

atomoxetine, methylphenidate (CNS stimulant; blocks reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine)

Drug routes

oral (Oral Capsule), oral (Disintegrating Oral Tablet)

Body systems

Psychiatry / Mental Health