Alpha modulation via transcranial alternating current stimulation in adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

ABSTRACT:

Background

One potential therapy treating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is to modulate dysfunctional brain activations using brain stimulation techniques. While the number of studies investigating the effect of transcranial direct current stimulation on ADHD symptoms continues to increase, transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) is poorly examined. Previous studies reported impaired alpha brain oscillation (8-12 Hz) that may be associated with increased attention deficits in ADHD. Our aim was to enhance alpha power in adult ADHD patients via tACS, using different methods to explore potential therapeutic effects.

Methods

Undergoing a crossover design, adults with ADHD received active and sham stimulation on distinct days. Before and after each in

SUBMITTER: Kannen K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10812111 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature