A Trial of Computer-based Attention-training Systems in Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Not Applicable
Completed
- Conditions
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Interventions
- Behavioral: Computer attention training systems for children with ADHD
- Registration Number
- NCT00956605
- Lead Sponsor
- Tufts Medical Center
- Brief Summary
This study examines the efficacy of two computer-based training systems to teach children with ADHD to attend more effectively.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 35
Inclusion Criteria
- child in 6th, 7th or 8th grade
- a diagnosis of ADHD (any subtype) per report of the child's physician
- academic achievement at grade level
- ability to read in English sufficiently to complete assessments and intervention protocols
Exclusion Criteria
- coexisting diagnosis of conduct disorder, pervasive developmental disorder, or other serious mental illness (e.g., bipolar disorder, psychosis)
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- CROSSOVER
- Arm && Interventions
Group Intervention Description EEG biofeedback intervention Computer attention training systems for children with ADHD - Non EEG biofeedback computerized attention training Computer attention training systems for children with ADHD -
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Changes in ADHD symptoms as reported by caregivers and teachers were measured at enrollment pre-intervention, and then again immediately post-intervention Assessments were administered at enrollment in May-June 2006, and then immediately post-intervention after the 3 month intervention.
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Tufts Medical Center / Tufts University
🇺🇸Boston, Massachusetts, United States