Abstract
Objective: The present study evaluated the near (attention) and far (reading, ADHD symptoms, learning, and quality of life) transfer effects of a Computerized Progressive Attention Training (CPAT) versus Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) practice among adults with ADHD compared to a passive group. Method: Fifty-four adults participated in a non-fully randomized controlled trial. Participants in the intervention groups completed eight 2-hr weekly training sessions. Outcomes were assessed before, immediately after, and 4 months post-intervention, using objective tools: attention tests, eye-tracker, and subjective questionnaires. Results: Both interventions showed near-transfer to various attention functions. The CPAT produced far-transfer effects to reading, ADHD symptoms, and learning while the MBSR improved the self-perceived quality of life. At follow-up, all improvements except for ADHD symptoms were preserved in the CPAT group. The MBSR group showed mixed preservations. Conclusion: Both interventions have beneficial effects, however only the CPAT group exhibited improvements compared to the passive group.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 757-776 |
| Number of pages | 20 |
| Journal | Journal of Attention Disorders |
| Volume | 27 |
| Issue number | 7 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - May 2023 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
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Keywords
- ADHD
- cognitive training
- MBSR
- mindfulness
- mindless reading
- Stress, Psychological/therapy
- Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity/therapy
- Humans
- Attention
- Quality of Life
- Adult
- Mindfulness