Editorial Perspective: How to optimise frequency band neurofeedback for ADHD
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Abstract
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most prevalent paediatric neuropsychiatric disorders and is characterised by hyperactivity, inattention and increased impulsivity. Children with ADHD are often also characterised by deficits in a variety of cognitive domains, including problems in working memory, a generally slower and more variable style of information processing and deficits in temporal processing, inhibitory functions and delay processing. Overarching executive functions like information updating, response inhibition and mental set shifting are also impaired in many, but not all, children with ADHD, demonstrating the neuropsychological heterogeneity characterising this disorder. Deficits in executive functions can persist into adulthood and have a substantial negative impact on everyday life. A variety of approaches are commonly considered for the treatment of ADHD (including pharmacological interventions, patient-centred cognitive-behavioural therapy approaches and specific teacher/parent training programmes). More recently, adding to this multimodal treatment approach, neurofeedback has grown in popularity as an intervention option for patients with ADHD. This article considers this intervention approach and the opportunities for optimising treatment for executive control dysfunctions in ADHD using theta/beta neurofeedback.
Details
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 457-461 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry and Allied Disciplines |
Volume | 57 |
Issue number | 4 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Apr 2016 |
Peer-reviewed | Yes |
External IDs
PubMed | 26968314 |
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ORCID | /0000-0002-2989-9561/work/160952501 |
Keywords
Sustainable Development Goals
ASJC Scopus subject areas
Keywords
- ADHD, cognitive deficits, neurofeedback, treatment optimisation