Can a virtual classroom help kids with ADHD as much as pills?
NCT ID NCT01821170
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested three ways to help children aged 7-11 with ADHD: a computer-based cognitive training program using a virtual classroom, the medication methylphenidate, and supportive talk therapy. Fifty-one children took part to see which approach best improves attention and reduces hyperactivity. The goal was to find effective alternatives to medication, which can have side effects like sleep problems and loss of appetite.
What this could mean
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Active substance
methylphenidate
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a computer-based training program is a useful alternative or addition to medication for managing ADHD symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 51 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The cognitive remediation approach may not work as well as medication.
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Locations
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CHU de Bordeaux
Bordeaux, 33000, France
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Centre Hospitalier Charles Perrens
Bordeaux, 33076, France