Core signal
What: A Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) that tested the effectiveness of a Family–School Collaboration intervention (Parent Training + teacher consultation + Daily Report Card).
PRO Summary
How to read this card
Evidence scope
Who: Reductions in ADHD symptoms and improvements in academic-related behaviors were observed among participating children.
Use principle
Result: A study demonstrating the potential of a model where home and school collaborate with a consistent strategy.
Evidence Reading
What to check when interpreting the evidence
Study typeType: RCT
PopulationPopulation: Elementary Children
EvidenceEvidence: Original Link (PMID:22399304)
UseResult: A study demonstrating the potential of a model where home and school collaborate with a consistent strategy.
Consultation Prep
Turn the card into questions before consultation
You can try a Daily Report Card approach where the classroom teacher provides brief daily behavioral feedback.
Record this as a question or context point before professional consultation.
Set the same target behaviors (e.g., task completion, following instructions) at home and school.
Record this as a question or context point before professional consultation.
Establish a regular communication channel (communication notebook, app, etc.) with the homeroom teacher.
Record this as a question or context point before professional consultation.
Limits
PRO use principles
Evidence scope
Limitation: Published in 2012 (13 years ago), updated evidence is needed. Generalization may be limited as a single RCT.
Hold individual application
Do not transfer group-level findings, guideline summaries, or program effects directly to an individual case without considering fit, feasibility, and limits.
Use principle
Disclaimer: This information summarizes recent research findings and does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. For health-related decisions, please consult a qualified professional.
Professional consultation
ADHD assessment, medication decisions, school support, and care planning should be discussed with a qualified professional.
Scope Note
Notice and limits
Limitation: Published in 2012 (13 years ago), updated evidence is needed. Generalization may be limited as a single RCT.
Disclaimer: This information summarizes recent research findings and does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. For health-related decisions, please consult a qualified professional.