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Current State and Model for Development of Technology-Based Care for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Songpoom Benyakorn1,2,3, Steven J Riley2,3, Catrina A Calub2,3
11 Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Srinakharinwirot University , Ongkharak, Nakhonnayok, Thailand .
Summary
Technological tools can improve attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) care, but evidence is often lacking. This study reviews current ADHD technology evidence and proposes a framework for evaluating new tools to ensure effective integration into practice.
Area of Science:
- Mental Health Technology
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Digital Health
Background:
- Technology-delivered care is increasingly used in mental health services, including for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
- While technological tools can enhance care for individuals with ADHD, parents, and providers, their widespread adoption requires robust evidence.
- Currently, the evidence base for many emerging ADHD technology tools is insufficient, with some tools being used in practice before thorough research validation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the existing evidence on technology-based interventions for ADHD.
- To propose a model for evaluating the evidence supporting new technological tools for ADHD care.
- To guide the transition of validated technological tools from development to practical application.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive review of current evidence regarding technology use in ADHD care.
- Proposal of a framework, utilizing the Research Domain Criteria (RDoC), for evaluating the relationship between technological tools and ADHD-related dimensions.
- Development of recommendations for testing novel tools.
Main Results:
- The study identifies a gap between the development/uptake of technological tools for ADHD and the availability of supporting evidence.
- The Research Domain Criteria (RDoC) is proposed as a framework to systematically evaluate how technology-based tools align with core dimensions of ADHD.
- The findings highlight the need for structured evaluation methods.
Conclusions:
- There is a critical need for evidence-based studies to support the integration of technology in ADHD care.
- The proposed RDoC-based framework offers a systematic approach to evaluate the potential of new ADHD technology tools.
- Recommendations are provided for the rigorous testing of promising new tools to improve ADHD evaluation and treatment.
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