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Symptom-specific Effects of Omega-3 Across Neurodevelopmental Symptoms
Sponsor: Swansea University
Summary
Our study aims to determine whether omega-3 fatty acid supplementation can improve sleep, mood, and behavior in children with sleep problems and symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or both. By using a transdiagnostic approach-focusing on specific symptoms rather than diagnostic labels-we aim to identify which children may benefit most from omega-3 supplementation, thereby enhancing inclusivity. Many previous studies have excluded children with both ASD and ADHD, or those without a formal diagnosis.
Official title: Examining Symptom-Specific Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Children with ADHD / ASD Symptoms and Sleep Problems: a Network Approach.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
5 Years - 12 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
200
Start Date
2024-11-07
Completion Date
2025-12-01
Last Updated
2024-11-21
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Omega 3 Fish Oil supplements
Wileys Easy Swallow Mini Softgel capsules, dose 3 caps/day, providing 945mg/day long-chain omega-3 (540mg EPA, 405mg DHA).
Placebo
Placebo: high-oleic sunflower oil (which broadly matches the overall fatty acid composition of typical UK diet), matched with active treatment for appearance and taste.
Locations (1)
FHMLS
Swansea, United Kingdom