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Translational research: Incorporating experimental evidence on altered reward and punishment sensitivity into behavior management strategies for ADHD

Research Project

Project/Area Number 22K03188
Research Category

Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)

Allocation TypeMulti-year Fund
Section一般
Review Section Basic Section 10030:Clinical psychology-related
Research InstitutionOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University

Principal Investigator

古川 絵美  沖縄科学技術大学院大学, 発達神経生物学ユニット, グループリーダー (80507509)

Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha) Tripp Gail  沖縄科学技術大学院大学, 発達神経生物学ユニット, 教授 (70455567)
島袋 静香  沖縄科学技術大学院大学, 発達神経生物学ユニット, スタッフサイエンティスト (70649798)
笠井 綾  宮崎国際大学, 国際教養学部, 准教授 (70771179)
Project Period (FY) 2022-04-01 – 2025-03-31
Project Status Granted (Fiscal Year 2023)
Budget Amount *help
¥4,160,000 (Direct Cost: ¥3,200,000、Indirect Cost: ¥960,000)
Fiscal Year 2024: ¥1,950,000 (Direct Cost: ¥1,500,000、Indirect Cost: ¥450,000)
Fiscal Year 2023: ¥1,170,000 (Direct Cost: ¥900,000、Indirect Cost: ¥270,000)
Fiscal Year 2022: ¥1,040,000 (Direct Cost: ¥800,000、Indirect Cost: ¥240,000)
KeywordsADHD / behavioral management / CBPR / reinforcement / translational research / motivation
Outline of Research at the Start

Children with ADHD have been shown to demonstrate altered reinforcement sensitivity. This has important implications for the reinforcement-based behavioral management strategies. The research aims to translate empirical findings into modifications for behavioral treatment for children with ADHD.

Outline of Annual Research Achievements

Experimental findings from behavioral and neuroimaging studies indicate children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) respond differently to reward and punishment than their typically developing peers. The current research aims to translate empirical findings on altered reinforcement sensitivity in ADHD into the behavioral management of children demonstrating elevated levels of inattention and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity.
Behavioral management programs have been recognized and promoted by Japanese governmental agencies and mental health professionals as an effective means to support families with children who are experiencing behavioral difficulties. However, challenges remain in reaching families who may benefit from such programs.
Through a review of experimental literature and using a community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach, we have developed a pilot behavioral management program that emphasizes accessible content and delivery. Practical strategies are taught via short, animated videos, delivered over LINE, together with daily reinforcements. We are currently evaluating the feasibility and preliminary effects of this revised behavioral management program.

Current Status of Research Progress
Current Status of Research Progress

2: Research has progressed on the whole more than it was originally planned.

Reason

Based on the review of the relevant literature, consultation with leading researchers in the field of ADHD, and repeated discussion with community partners, we have identified the needs of families who may benefit from behavioral management support but have difficulty accessing existing programs. In effort to meet the identified needs, we have developed a pilot program, together with the community partners. Six short, animated videos introduce practical behavioral management strategies around a commonly reported, and empirically identified, behavior challenge among children with ADHD. The videos are delivered via LINE over a three-week period, together with daily check-ins with encouraging messages and additional problem-solving strategies.
The data collection for a proof-of-concept study to examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of the pilot program is ongoing. Community partners have participated in the planning and execution of the study.

Strategy for Future Research Activity

We plan to complete the data collection of a proof-of-concept study in FY2024. The study results will be summarized and shared with researchers as well as community members. Adjustments to the program content and delivery methodology will be made based on the study findings.

Report

(2 results)
  • 2023 Research-status Report
  • 2022 Research-status Report
  • Research Products

    (5 results)

All 2024 2023

All Presentation (5 results) (of which Int'l Joint Research: 3 results,  Invited: 2 results)

  • [Presentation] Community-based participatory research to develop a research-informed behavioral parent training program in Japan.2024

    • Author(s)
      Furukawa, E., Kasai, A., Kiraboshi Family Support Group, Tripp, G.
    • Organizer
      The 2024 APSARD Annual Meeting
    • Related Report
      2023 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Addressing altered reinforcement processing through the development of BPT in Japan and Brazil.2023

    • Author(s)
      Furukawa, E., Bado, P., Kasai, A., Bernardes, C., Da Costa, R., Mattos, P., Tripp, G.
    • Organizer
      EUNETHYDIS International Conference
    • Related Report
      2023 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] A community-based participatory research approach to developing a behavioral parenting program.2023

    • Author(s)
      Kasai, A., Kiraboshi Family Support Group, Tripp, G., Furukawa, E.
    • Organizer
      The 11th Congress of the Asian Society for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions
    • Related Report
      2023 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Impacts of culture on reinforcement sensitivity and Behavioral Parent Training, and their interactions with intervention contents and implementation modality.2023

    • Author(s)
      Emi Furukawa
    • Organizer
      Translating evidence on altered motivational processes in ADHD into behavioral management strategies: Toward new research ideas
    • Related Report
      2022 Research-status Report
    • Invited
  • [Presentation] Toward a global reach: common implementation challenges of behavioral management programs across Brazil and Japan2023

    • Author(s)
      Emi Furukawa
    • Organizer
      Translating evidence on altered motivational processes in ADHD into behavioral management strategies: Toward new research ideas
    • Related Report
      2022 Research-status Report
    • Invited

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Published: 2022-04-19   Modified: 2024-12-25  

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