Effects of Smart-Tablet-Based Neurofeedback Training on Cognitive Function in Children with Attention Problems
Min-Sup Shin1, Hyejin Jeon2, Miyoung Kim3
1Department of Psychiatry, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea shinms@snu.ac.kr.
Insights
Smart-tablet neurofeedback significantly improved executive functions like attention and working memory in children with attention problems. These cognitive benefits persisted through follow-up assessments, suggesting a viable intervention.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Child Psychology
- Cognitive Training
Background:
- Attention problems in children impact executive functions.
- Existing interventions for attention deficits have varying efficacy.
- Novel therapeutic approaches are needed to enhance cognitive abilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of smart-tablet-based neurofeedback.
- To assess improvements in executive functions in children with attention problems.
- To determine the durability of neurofeedback effects.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 40 children (10-12 years old) with attention problems.
- Intervention group received 16 sessions of smart-tablet neurofeedback.
- Control group received no neurofeedback treatment.
- Neuropsychological tests and behavior rating scales administered pre-training, post-training, and at follow-up.
Main Results:
- The neurofeedback group showed significant improvements in neuropsychological tests assessing executive functions.
- Parent behavior rating scales indicated significant reductions in attention problems.
- Improvements were sustained at follow-up assessment.
- The control group did not exhibit similar improvements.
Conclusions:
- Smart-tablet-based neurofeedback is a promising intervention for enhancing executive functions in children with attention problems.
- The training program demonstrates potential for long-term cognitive and behavioral benefits.
- This technology offers a novel, accessible tool for supporting children's cognitive development.
Abstract:
We sought to determine whether smart-tablet-based neurofeedback could improve executive function-including attention, working memory, and self-regulation-in children with attention problems. Forty children (10-12 years old) with attention problems, as determined by ratings on the Conners Parent Rating Scale, were assigned to either a neurofeedback group that received 16 sessions or a control group. A comprehensive test battery that assessed general intelligence, visual and auditory attention, attentional shifting, response inhibition and behavior rating scales were administered to both groups before neurofeedback training. Several neuropsychological tests were conducted at posttraining and follow-up assessment. Scores on several neuropsychological tests and parent behavior rating scales showed significant improvement in the training group but not in the controls. The improvements remained through the follow-up assessment. This study suggests that the smart-tablet-based neurofeedback training program might improve cognitive function in children with attention problems.
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