Study of Computer Attention Training Programs in Schools for Children With Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

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Conditions studied: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

In brief

This study examines the efficacy of two computer-based attention training systems, one with and one without neurofeedback. The training systems intend to help children learn to focus and attend more effectively.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT01583829

Run by

Tufts Medical Center

People needed

104

Starts

2009-05-01

Expected to finish

2013-11-01

Last updated by the study team

2017-07-07

Who can join

Age: 6 and older, up to 12. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• diagnosis of ADHD (any subtype, per report of the child's physician or school psychologist) entering 2nd or 4th grade at the beginning of September 2009 and 2010.
• combined IQ (Intelligence Quotient) at or above 80,
• ability to read English sufficiently to complete assessments and intervention protocols

You may not qualify if…

• mental retardation,
• coexisting diagnosis of conduct disorder,
• pervasive developmental disorder, or
• other serious mental illness (eg., bipolar disorder, psychosis, autism)

Where it is running

• Tufts Medical Center — Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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