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Emergency Medical Professionals and Diagnosed or Suspected ADHD

(IRB#: IRB_00179836)

Symptoms and behaviors of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are commonly thought to be characteristics and traits of persons working in an emergency medical services setting. This study is being done to better understand the people working in emergency medical services. The study wants to identify possible risks to mental health and wellness of these people. The study hopes to improve training and education of people entering and continuing education in the field of emergency medical services. People in the study will complete a survey that lasts about 20 minutes.

I AM INTERESTED

  • All genders
  • Over 18 years old
  • Healthy Volunteers
  •   From Home
  • Unpaid

Who can participate?

 Gender: All genders

  Age: Over 18 years old

  Volunteers: Healthy Volunteers

   Location: From Home

Inclusion Criteria

  • Ages 18 years and older
  • Currently hold an Emergency Medical Services Provider related license and/or certification such as EMT-B, EMT-A, EMT-P, PA-C, MD/DO
  • Currently working at least 15 hours a month in a clinical or pre-hospital environment related to Emergency Medicine OR
  • Working any job outside of emergency medical services

Exclusion Criteria

  • Student working towards certification or licensure of being a Emergency Medical Services Provider such as EMT-B, EMT-A, EMT-P, PA-C, MD/DO
  • Non-clinical or non-patient facing roll working in emergency medical services
  • Not currently employed

Will I be paid for my time?

No

For more information contact:

Jacobi Seacord

u1346941@utah.edu

  2089123764

IRB#: IRB_00179836

PI: Jacobi Seacord

Department: PEDIATRICS

Approval Date: 2025-03-12 16:47:00

Study Categories: Mental Health and Well-being Studies

Specialties: Adult Behavioral Health, Emergency Medicine, Neurobehavioral Health, Occupational Health, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, Psychology

Last Updated: 6/8/23