ADHD Evidence Briefs — Week 3, Feb 2026 (PRO)

In-Depth Analysis: Parent Training (BPT) Focus

This PRO edition covers 5 studies examining BPT long-term effects, key components, age-specific outcomes, online delivery, and school-based interventions.

1. BPT Long-Term Maintenance (Meta-Analysis)

• Source: JCPP, DOI:10.1111/jcpp.13888
• Population: ADHD children (mean 8.1y) + parents, 22 studies
• Key: Mean 5.3-month follow-up shows maintained child symptom reduction and parenting behavior improvement. Effect sizes g=0.33 (child)-0.49 (parent).

2. BPT Component Analysis (Meta-Analysis)

• Source: JAACAP, DOI:10.1016/j.jaac.2020.11.007
• Key: Behavior management techniques + positive reinforcement strategies identified as core effective factors.

3. Elementary (6-11y) Parent Training (2025 SR)

• Source: SAGE, DOI:10.1177/27546330251351057
• Key: Age-specific analysis for elementary school children confirms PT effectiveness for symptom reduction.

4. Online BPT Feasibility (2025 RCT)

• Source: Children and Youth Services Review
• Key: Internet-based BPT shows potential for comparable effects to in-person delivery. Level C.

5. School-Based ADHD Interventions (2025 Meta-Analysis)

• Source: Frontiers in Psychology, PMID:40761448
• Key: Classroom behavior and attention improvements confirmed; academic results mixed.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This is a summary of recent research and does not replace medical advice. Always consult a professional for health decisions.