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Trial reportBMC pediatrics2017

Cognitively and physically demanding exergaming to improve executive functions of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: a randomised clinical trial.

Valentin Benzing, Mirko Schmidt

Open access · goldAbstract readRandomized Controlled Trial
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Trial report in BMC pediatrics, 2017. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 18 papers, 5 of them syntheses that pooled it.

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18citing papers in PubMed, 5 pooled it
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1 · What the graph read from it

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2 · The registry

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

18 citing papers in PubMed, 5 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 64 citations in OpenAlex.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

2 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Valentin BenzingInstitute of Sport Science, University of Bern, Bremgartenstrasse 145, 3012, Bern, Switzerland.
Mirko SchmidtInstitute of Sport Science, University of Bern, Bremgartenstrasse 145, 3012, Bern, Switzerland. mirko.schmidt@ispw.unibe.ch.
University of Bern · CH

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental disorders observed in childhood and adolescence. Its key symptoms - reduced attention, poor control of impulses as well as increased motor activity - are associated with decreased executive functions performance, finally affecting academic achievement. Although drug treatments usually show some effect, alternative treatments are continually being sought, due to lack of commitment and possible side effects. Cognitive trainings are frequently used with the objectives of increasing executive function performance. However, since transfer effects are limited and novelty and diversity are frequently ignored, interventions combining physical and cognitive demands targeting a broader range of cognitive processes are demanded.

methodsThe aim of the study is to examine the effects of a cognitively and physically demanding exergame on executive functions of children with ADHD. In a randomised clinical trial, 66 girls and boys diagnosed with ADHD (age 8-12) will be assigned either to an 8-week exergame intervention group (three training sessions per week à 30 min) or a waiting-list control group. Before and afterwards, the executive function performance (computer-based tests), the sport motor performance and ADHD symptoms will be assessed. DISCUSSION: The current study will offer insights into the effectiveness of a combination of cognitive and physical training using exergaming. Positive effects on the executive functions, sport motor performance and ADHD symptoms are hypothesized. Beneficial effects would mean a large degree of scalability (simple and cost-effective) and high utility for patients with ADHD.

trial registrationKEK BE 393/15 (March 8, 2016); DRKS00010171 (March 14, 2016).

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Executive FunctionVideo GamesAttention Deficit Disorder with HyperactivityChildClinical ProtocolsExercise TherapyFemaleHumansMalePsychomotor PerformanceQuality of LifeSingle-Blind MethodTreatment OutcomeActive video gamingADHDPhysical exercise

Identifiers

PMID28068954
PMCPMC5223426
OpenAlexW2569914081

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