Brain training without drugs: new hope for ADHD teens?
NCT ID NCT07285681
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether neurofeedback—a non-invasive brain training technique—can reduce symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in teenagers. Researchers in Tanta, Egypt, are enrolling 40 participants aged 12 to 18. The approach uses real-time brain activity feedback to help teens learn to self-regulate their focus and behavior, aiming to improve attention and reduce hyperactivity without medication.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Neurofeedback (a brain-training device that uses EEG to teach self-regulation of brain activity)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug option for managing ADHD symptoms in teenagers, potentially reducing reliance on medication.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 participants and no control group, so results may not be widely applicable. The benefits may also fade after treatment ends.
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Locations
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NeuroPsychiatry Department - Faculty of Medicine - Tanta University
Tanta, Egypt