NIMH K23: Modulation of Frontoparietal Dynamics in Adolescent Working Memory Deficits
Working memory (WM) deficits are a transdiagnostic feature of adolescent psychopathology that substantially contribute to poor clinical and functional outcomes. This proposal will utilize a multimodal neuroscientific approach to investigate whether non-invasive brain stimulation can modulate the neural mechanisms underlying adolescent WM deficits. Directly in line with NIMH priorities, the researchers will identify the contributing roles of prefrontal and parietal regions in WM processes, as well as identify optimal targets and parameters for novel brain-based treatments in adolescent psychopathology. This study is funded by the NIMH-K23
• Ability to provide assent and have parent provide parental permission
• English fluency of the participant and the legal guardian/parent
• 12-18 years
• Parent rating on BRIEF-2 Working Memory: Greater than 1.0 SD above normative mean.
• IQ \> 80
• Clinical diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): predominantly inattentive type, predominantly hyperactive/impulsive type, combined type, or unspecified type. Diagnostic criteria will be confirmed with NICHQ Vanderbilt Assessment Scales-Parent.