Video games for the assessment and treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: a systematic review

Peñuelas-Calvo, Inmaculada; Jiang-Lin, Lin Ke; Serrano, B. Girela; Delgado-Gómez, David; Navarro-Jimenez, Rocio; Baca‐García, Enrique; Porras-Segovia, Alejandro

doi:10.1007/s00787-020-01557-w

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“…Behavioral therapy with NF improved response and attention control, as pointed out by other authors [46]. Even other studies indicate that NF through video game-based cognitive training normalizes brain function in patients with ADHD, since these therapeutic interventions are generally effective in improving cognitive areas and producing a decrease in symptoms of ADHD [47].…”

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Effects of Neurofeedback in Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review

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Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most frequent neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood and adolescence. Choosing the right treatment is critical to controlling and improving symptoms. An innovative ADHD treatment is neurofeedback (NF) that trains participants to self-regulate brain activity. The aim of the study was to analyze the effects of NF interventions in children with ADHD. A systematic review was carried out in the CINAHL, Medline (PubMed), Proquest, and Scopus databases, following the PRISMA recommendations. Nine articles were found. The NF improved behavior, allowed greater control of impulsivity, and increased sustained attention. In addition, it improved motor control, bimanual coordination and was associated with a reduction in theta waves. NF combined with other interventions such as medication, physical activity, behavioral therapy training, or attention training with brain–computer interaction, reduced primary ADHD symptoms. Furthermore, more randomized controlled trials would be necessary to determine the significant effects.

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Effects of Neurofeedback in Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review

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“…In addition, with the popularisation of smartphones, some medical institutions have promoted the cognitive, physical and mental health of children and adolescents through virtual ‘toys’ based on digital media, 37 and electronic games have been initially used to support children’s health and health management. 38 In the future, we can design scientific and practical health management game software or game-based social adaptation assessment tools for children with leukaemia so that they can correctly evaluate and improve their physical and mental health through games. At the same time, based on scientific evidence, it is helpful for children to use electronics in a rational manner.…”

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Adverse experiences of social adaptation in children with leukaemia: a qualitative study from China

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Liu

et al. 2022

BMJ Open

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Aim and objectiveThis study aimed to build an indepth and comprehensive understanding of the social maladaptation experience of Chinese children with leukaemia of different ages.MethodsThe purposive sampling method was adopted to conduct semistructured interviews with 20 Chinese children with leukaemia or their main caregivers and Colaizzi’s method for qualitative research was used to organise and analyse the data. The study followed the guiding principles of the Standards for Reporting Qualitative Research.ResultsThe existing social adaptation problems of children with leukaemia of different ages were assessed. In terms of psychological maladjustment, children with leukaemia aged 2–7 years showed fear and excessive attachment, while children aged 8–18 years were characterised by impatience, irritability and anxiety. In terms of behavioural maladjustment, children aged 2–7 years presented less independent behaviour and dependence on electronics, while children aged 8–18 years showed learning obstruction and indulgence in mobile games.ConclusionsTargeted intervention strategies should be developed based on the physical and mental characteristics of children with leukaemia of different ages to improve existing social adaptation problems.Relevance to clinical practiceEarly intervention for social adaptation of children with leukaemia should be considered. Children’s social adaptation should be improved to prevent more adaptation problems so that they can return to their families and to the society without difficulty and improve their quality of life in the long term.

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“…During the period of diagnosis and treatment, on the premise of safety, increase the ways of leisure and entertainment for children, and strengthen the communication and interaction between peers, so as to effectively prevent children from indulging in electronic products due to long time alone. In addition, with the popularization of smartphones, some medical institutions have promoted the cognitive, physical and mental health of children and adolescents through virtual "toys" based on digital media [26], and electronic games have been initially used in child health and health management [27]. In the future, we can design scienti c and practical health management game software for children with leukemia, or game-based social adaptation assessment tools for children with leukemia, so that children are able to correctly evaluate and promote physical and mental health through games.…”

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The Manifestations of Social Maladjustment in Children With leukemia at Different Ages: A Descriptive Qualitative Study based on Phenomenology

Tang

Liu

et al. 2021

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Background Leukemia is a pediatric malignancy with the highest incidence rate and large onset age span. Children with leukemia at different ages show various social maladjustments after illness, which are mainly reflected in psychological and behavioral changes. It is of great significance to improve children's social adaptation level and purposefully prevent children from having social adaptation problems. Objective To describe the social adaptation problems faced by Chinese children with leukemia at different ages, and to provide the basis for formulating targeted preventive intervention strategies. Method The purpose sampling method was adopted to conduct semi-structured interviews on 20 Chinese children with leukemia and their main caregivers, and the Colaizzi phenomenological research method in the qualitative research was used to organize and analyze the data. Results The existing social adaptation problems of children with leukemia at different ages were summarized. In terms of psychological maladjustment, children with leukemia aged 2~7 years showed "fear and excessive attachment"; Children with leukemia aged 8-18 years are characterized by "Impatience, irritability and anxiety". In terms of behavioral maladjustment, children with leukemia aged 2~7 years have the problem of "less independent behavior" and "dependence on electronic products"; Children with leukemia aged 8-18 years showed "learning obstruction" and "indulging in mobile games". Conclusions Develop targeted intervention strategies based on the physical and mental characteristics of children with leukemia at different ages to improve their existing social adaptation problems. Pay attention to early intervention in the social adaptation of children with leukemia. Predictably improve the social adaptation level of children to prevent more adaptation problems, so that children can smoothly return to their families and society and improve their quality of life in the long term.

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Video games for the assessment and treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: a systematic review

Cited by 71 publications

References 61 publications

Effects of Neurofeedback in Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review

Effects of Neurofeedback in Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Systematic Review

Adverse experiences of social adaptation in children with leukaemia: a qualitative study from China

The Manifestations of Social Maladjustment in Children With leukemia at Different Ages: A Descriptive Qualitative Study based on Phenomenology

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