Pilot Trial Comparing Computerised Cognitive Exercises to Tetris in Adolescents With ADHD

Region Syddanmark18 enrolled

Overview

The purpose of this study was to examine the feasibility and efficacy of computerized cognitive exercises from Scientific Brain Training (SBT), compared to the computer game Tetris as an active placebo, in a pilot study of adolescents with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Objective: To examine the feasibility and efficacy of computerized cognitive exercises from Scientific Brain Training (SBT), compared to the computer game Tetris as an active placebo, in a pilot study of adolescents with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Method: Eighteen adolescents with ADHD were randomized to treatment or control intervention for seven weeks. Outcome measures were cognitive test, symptom and motivation questionnaires.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

TREATMENT

Masking

QUADRUPLE

Enrollment

Conditions

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Interventions

Scientific Brain Training (SBT)OTHER

Cognitive training

TetrisOTHER

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 14 YearsMax age: 17 Years

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. a clinical diagnosis of hyperkinetic disorder (F90.0, corresponding to ADHD combined type) (WHO, 1993); 2. age between 14-17 years; 3. IQ \> 80. Exclusion Criteria: 1. pharmacological treatment other than methylphenidate, dexamphetamine and/or atomoxetine; 2. comorbid conduct disorder, autism spectrum disorders or major depression; 3. history of head trauma or verified neurological disease; 4. motor or perceptual disabilities which prevented the use of a computer; 5. medical illness that required treatment; 6. no access to a computer and internet at home.

Locations (2)

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Aabenraa

Aabenraa, Denmark

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Augustenborg

Augustenborg, Denmark

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Activity Perception Questionnaire

Time frame: 7 weeks

Secondary Outcomes

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder-Rating Scale

Time frame: 7 weeks

Cambridge Neuropsychological Test Automated Battery (CANTAB) Rapid Visual Information Processing (RVP)(A)

Time frame: 7 weeks

CANTAB: Stockings of Cambridge (SOC) (problems solved in minimum moves)

Time frame: 7 weeks

CANTAB: DMS Delayed Matching to Sample (DMS)

Time frame: 7 weeks

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

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