Proof-of-concept study of an at-home, engaging, digital intervention for pediatric ADHD.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Pharmacological and behavioral therapies have limited impact on the distinct neurocognitive impairments associated with ADHD, and existing cognitive training programs have shown limited efficacy. This proof-of-concept study assessed treatment acceptability and explored outcomes for a novel digital treatment targeting cognitive processes implicated in ADHD.

Method

Participants included 40 children with ADHD and 40 children without ADHD. Following psychiatric screening, ADHD ratings, and baseline neuropsychological measures, participants completed 28-days of at-home treatment. Neuropsychological assessment was repeated at end-of-study along with treatment satisfaction measures.

Results

Eighty-four percent of treatment sessions were completed and ratings showed

SUBMITTER: Davis NO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5764249 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature