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Evaluating Effects of Group-based CBT for Emotion Regulation in Adult ADHD
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet
Summary
This study will evaluate if a specific treatment for emotion regulation in ADHD, GEARS, effectively reduces symptoms of emotional dysregulation. GEARS will be evaluated through a randomized controlled trial (RCT) and a qualitative interview study. This project aims to investigate two main questions: 1. Is GEARS an effective treatment for emotion regulation difficulties in adult ADHD patients? 2. How do participants perceive the impact of completing the GEARS treatment? Study 1 investigates research question 1 through an RCT comparing GEARS to a passive control group. Data are collected using validated measures before and after treatment/waiting period, as well as at six and 12 months follow ups. Sample size: 150 participants, ensuring sufficient statistical power to detect significant between-group differences, even with some attrition. Study 2 examines the patients' perspectives on the treatment by interviewing 15-20 participants about their experience with GEARS. The interviews focus on GEARS' perceived impact. Interviews will be recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using thematic analysis to identify key recurring themes.
Official title: Group-based Emotion Regulation Skills Training for Adults With ADHD: GEARS, a Quantitative and Qualitative Investigation of Treatment Effects
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
150
Start Date
2026-08-01
Completion Date
2029-06
Last Updated
2026-08-05
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Group Therapy for Improving Emotional Acceptance and Regulatory Skills in Adults with ADHD (GEARS)
The GEARS protocol is the first CBT based group therapy protocol describing an intervention designed specifically to treat emotion regulation in ADHD.
Locations (1)
Norra Stockholms Psykiatri
Stockholm, Sweden