Neurofeedback training for children with ADHD
NeK-ADHD - "Neurofeedback training for children with ADHD"
Neurofeedback (also known as EEG biofeedback) enables specific brain activities to be trained. The measured brain activities are visualised on a screen in real time. The aim is to train the brain activities that are associated with a desired state or performance (e.g. relaxation or concentration). Desired brain activities are rewarded with positive reinforcement, e.g. the uncovering of pictorial elements. In the case of undesired brain activity, the image on the screen remains covered in this example until the activity changes to the desired area. Children with AD(H)D can use this principle to train their concentration and impulse control.
A research project is investigating the effects of standardised neurofeedback training (so-called theta-beta ratio training) compared to personalised neurofeedback training with regard to ADHD symptoms. In contrast to standardised neurofeedback training, personalised neurofeedback training takes into account individual characteristics of the participating child, for example the range of reward frequencies. Previous studies have shown the effects of standardised training on ADHD symptom reduction. Further studies display additional effects of personalised neurofeedback training by adapting the training to the individual circumstances in the personalised neurofeedback training.
Contact person:
Luisa Himmelmeier
0521/10667534
Lhimmelmeier@uni-bielefeld.de
- Participation is open to
- Participation includes
A two-week intensive training programme for children with AD(H)D, which is both an intensive and exciting experience. Participants receive up to 20 meetings of neurofeedback. This allows children to observe their brain activity in real time and learn how to regulate it. To make the time between neurofeedback meetings enjoyable, we offer various activities to strengthen the children's social skills, for example by solving tasks together.
The intensive training is linked to a research project. We therefore ask parents, children and teachers to complete questionnaires at 3 points in time (before the training, directly after the training and 6 months after the training). We also carry out an EEG measurement and an attention performance test with the children on a total of 3 additional dates. In this way, we want to measure the effects of neurofeedback.
- How do participating families benefit?