Abstract
We report the case of a 10 year old patient diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and comorbid video game addiction, who was treated with medication combined with a novel cognitive training method based on video games called TCT method. A great risk of developing video game or internet addiction has been reported in children, especially in children with ADHD. Despite this risk, we hypothesize that the good use of these new technologies might be useful to develop new methods of cognitive training. The cognitive areas in which a greater improvement was observed through the use of video games were visuospatial working memory and fine motor skills. TCT method is a cognitive training method that enhances cognitive skills such as attention, working memory, processing speed, calculation ability, reasoning, and visuomotor coordination. The purpose of reviewing this case is to highlight that regular cognitive computerized training in ADHD patients may improve some of their cognitive symptoms and might be helpful for treating video game addiction.
Highlights
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder in childhood, which affects 3% to 7% of the population worldwide[1]
Recent studies have demonstrated that computerized working memory and executive function training programs lead to better results than ordinary cognitive training methods in children with ADHD5–7
A great risk of developing video game or Internet addiction has been reported in children, and especially in those with ADHD8
Summary
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder in childhood, which affects 3% to 7% of the population worldwide[1]. A great risk of developing video game or Internet addiction has been reported in children, and especially in those with ADHD8 Despite this risk, we hypothesize that good use of these new technologies can be useful in developing new methods of cognitive training. To reduce the exposure to video games, we used a novel technique, based on the Tajima Cognitive Method (TCT) called “ADHD Trainer” It consists in a cognitive stimulation program with a mobile/tablet application designed to treat ADHD. During the first month of cognitive training therapy, the patient was only allowed to play with specific games based on the TCT Method, using the “ADHD Trainer” (Figure 2).
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