VR headset games tested as new ADHD therapy for children
NCT ID NCT05608434
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether playing virtual reality games can improve cognitive skills like attention and memory in children aged 8 to 16 with ADHD. Participants will play four different VR games for 20 minutes a day, five days a week, for four weeks. The trial starts with a pilot phase where everyone gets the full games, followed by a randomized phase comparing the full version to a limited version. Researchers will also check for side effects like motion sickness and use brain scans to see if the games change brain function.
What this could mean
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Active substance
virtual reality cognitive training games
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new, engaging way to help children with ADHD improve attention and thinking skills without medication.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase trial with only 219 participants. The games may not lead to lasting improvements, and side effects like motion sickness or eye strain are possible.
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
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