White noise boosts focus? small study tests simple hack for ADHD kids
NCT ID NCT07376902
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study looked at whether playing white noise during reading and writing tests helps children aged 8-13 with ADHD and specific learning disorders. Thirty children took the same tests twice—once with white noise and once without—to see if the sound improved their speed and accuracy. The goal is to find a simple, non-drug way to support learning in these kids.
What this could mean
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Active substance
white noise
What this could lead to
If white noise is shown to improve reading and writing performance, it could offer a simple, low-cost tool to help children with ADHD and learning disorders focus better during schoolwork.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 children. The results may not apply to all kids with these conditions, and the effect of white noise might be small or inconsistent.
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Locations
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IRCCS San Raffaele
Rome, RM, 00166, Italy