Status:
COMPLETED
Effectiveness of a Electroencephalogram (EEG) Biofeedback for the Treatment of ADHD
Lead Sponsor:
National Healthcare Group, Singapore
Collaborating Sponsors:
Institute for Infocomm Research
Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School
Conditions:
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Eligibility:
All Genders
7-12 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The aim of this study is to investigate if electroencephalogram (EEG) biofeedback incorporating the use of video games is effective in improving inattentive symptoms in children with ADHD.
Detailed Description
This study will enroll 20 outpatient subjects aged 7 to 12 newly diagnosed with ADHD who have never received treatment with medication. These children should have inattentive symptoms, i.e. diagnosed ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Satisfy DSM-IV-TR criteria for ADHD (Combined OR Inattentive subtype)
Exclusion
- Present or history of medical treatment with stimulant medication and/or Atomoxetine
- Co-morbid severe psychiatric condition or known sensori-neural deficit, e.g. complete blindness or deafness
- History of epileptic seizures
- Known mental retardation (i.e. IQ 70 and below)
- Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive subtype of ADHD
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
May 1 2008
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
June 1 2012
Estimated Enrollment :
20 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00802490
Start Date
May 1 2008
End Date
June 1 2012
Last Update
February 22 2013
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Institute of Mental Health/Woodbridge Hospital
Singapore, Singapore, Singapore, 539747