Core signal
What: This meta-analysis examined the effects of mindfulness-based interventions (MBI) on children and adolescents with ADHD across 11 RCTs.
PRO Summary
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Evidence scope
Who: Children aged 6–18 diagnosed with ADHD who participated in mindfulness programs.
Use principle
Result: A moderate effect on ADHD symptoms (g=0.77) was found, along with reduced parental stress (g=0.40).
Evidence Reading
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Study typeType: MetaAnalysis
PopulationTarget: Children & adolescents with ADHD aged 6–18 (11 RCTs)
EvidenceGrade: B
UseResult: A moderate effect on ADHD symptoms (g=0.77) was found, along with reduced parental stress (g=0.40).
Consultation Prep
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Try practicing focused breathing with your child for 5–10 minutes daily.
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Mindfulness is recommended as a supplement to existing treatments rather than as a standalone therapy.
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When parents participate alongside their children, parental stress reduction benefits may also be expected.
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Limits
PRO use principles
Evidence scope
Limitations: There is high heterogeneity among studies, and additional large-scale, high-quality RCTs are needed. The pathway from improved mindfulness skills to symptom change is not yet clearly established.
Hold individual application
Do not transfer group-level findings or review summaries directly to an individual case without considering family context, school context, comorbidity, and professional guidance.
Use principle
Disclaimer: This summary is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a professional before joining a specialized program.
Professional consultation
Diagnosis, treatment, medication, supplement use, digital therapeutics, educational planning, and ADHD management should be discussed with qualified professionals.
Scope Note
Notice and limits
Limitations: There is high heterogeneity among studies, and additional large-scale, high-quality RCTs are needed. The pathway from improved mindfulness skills to symptom change is not yet clearly established.
Disclaimer: This summary is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a professional before joining a specialized program.