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Neurofeedback and standard pharmacological intervention in ADHD: A randomized controlled trial with six-month follow-up

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Study at a glance

Area
ADHD & Attention
Study type
Randomized controlled trial
Authors
Meisel V, Servera M, Garcia-Banda G, Cardo E, Moreno I
Journal
Biological Psychology
Year
2013
Participants
23
Population
Children, Adolescents
Protocol
Theta/beta training (vs methylphenidate)
Sessions
40

Key findings

  • Similar symptom reductions with neurofeedback and medication
  • Academic performance improved only with neurofeedback
  • Effects held at six-month follow-up

DOI 10.1016/j.biopsycho.2013.04.015 → PubMed 23665196 →

A randomized controlled trial comparing 40 sessions of theta/beta neurofeedback with methylphenidate in children with ADHD, with six-month follow-up. Both groups showed similar reductions in ADHD symptoms and impairment, but only the neurofeedback group improved in academic performance.