Results of Neurofeedback in Treatment of Children with ADHD: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
- Forfatter(e)
- Moreno-Garcia, I. Cano-Crespo, A. Rivera, F.
- År
- 2022
- Tidsskrift
- Applied Psychophysiology & Biofeedback
- Sider
- 25
- Kategori(er)
- ADHD
- Tiltakstype(r)
- Abstract
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most prevalent disorders in children and adolescents. Neurofeedback, a nonpharmaceutical treatment, has shown promising results. To review the evidence of efficacy of neurofeedback as a treatment for children and adolescents with ADHD. A systematic review of the specific scientific studies published in 1995-2021, identifying and analyzing randomized controlled trials (RCT). A total of 1636 articles were identified and 165 met inclusion criteria, of which 67 were RCTs. Neurofeedback training was associated with significant long-term reduction in symptoms of ADHD. Though limitations exist regarding conclusions about the specific effects of neurofeedback, the review documents improvements in school, social, and family environments.