Self-Regulation of Attention in Children in a Virtual Classroom Environment : A Feasibility Study

Article Article scientifique Article Self-Regulation of Attention in Children in a Virtual Classroom Environment : A Feasibility Study eng 2023-11-24 2023-11-24 author Guedj Carole 0000-0001-9477-8873 861425 Centre d'imagerie bio-médicale (CIBM) author Tyrand Rémi 667521 Département des neurosciences cliniques (OTONO) author Badier Emmanuel 0000-0003-0264-673X 850124 Services communs du CISA (EMCO) author Planchamp Lou 902562 Bureau de la transition numérique (BTN) author Stringer Madison Kristina 964073 author Zimmermann Myriam Ophelia 839405 author Ferat Victor 935361 Département de neurosciences fondamentales (NEUFO) author Ha-Vinh Leuchter Russia 710706 Département de Pédiatrie, Gynécologie et Obstétrique (PETRI) Elisa Russia Tuyet Mai Ha Vinh Leuchter author Grouiller Frédéric 0000-0003-3445-5831 684576 1352 10.3390/bioengineering10121352 2306-5354 https://www.mdpi.com/2306-5354/10/12/1352 <p>Attention is a crucial cognitive function that enables us to selectively focus on relevant information from the surrounding world to achieve our goals. Impairments in sustained attention pose challenges, particularly in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impulsive and inattentive behavior. While psychostimulant medications are the most effective ADHD treatment, they often yield unwanted side effects, making it crucial to explore non-pharmacological treatments. We propose a groundbreaking protocol that combines electroencephalography-based neurofeedback with virtual reality (VR) as an innovative approach to address attention deficits. By integrating a virtual classroom environment, we aim to enhance the transferability of attentional control skills while simultaneously increasing motivation and interest among children. The present study demonstrates the feasibility of this approach through an initial assessment involving a small group of healthy children, showcasing its potential for future evaluation in ADHD children. Preliminary results indicate high engagement and positive feedback. Pre- and post-protocol assessments via EEG and fMRI recordings suggest changes in attentional function. Further validation is required, but this protocol is a significant advancement in neurofeedback therapy for ADHD. The integration of EEG-NFB and VR presents a novel avenue for enhancing attentional control and addressing behavioral challenges in children with ADHD.</p> Dewey 128.37 Dewey 616.8 Dewey 618 Swiss National Science Foundation Real-time multimodal imaging of functional brain networks using simultaneous EEG and fMRI acquisitions 188769 CH Projects 53 Département de neurosciences fondamentales 21A 58 Département de pédiatrie, gynécologie et obstétrique 223 15 Centre interfacultaire en sciences affectives 0D8 false Bioengineering 10 12 35419598-e5bb-4892-a220-22667e0b544c Article (Published version) Public Article-scientifique-from-unpaywall.pdf 3164212 application/pdf CC BY-4.0 bb73815b8ada9598fa8e301589a44bb9b4fee6012f0a3698a6253e9fe623c6bf d15f5163-2c8f-4915-8c76-b2424ea78774 Supplemental data Public bioengineering-2710438-supplementar.pdf 214993 application/pdf 1d266d342cef243047626f9fb05350a20adc41e3e81ef41612e29c0cd1edf184 openAccess Faculté de médecine / Section de médecine fondamentale / Département de neurosciences fondamentales Faculté de médecine / Section de médecine clinique / Département de pédiatrie, gynécologie et obstétrique Centres et instituts / Centre interfacultaire en sciences affectives

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