Virtual Reality a Novel Screening and Treatment Aid in Attention Deficit Disorder

Virtual Reality a Novel Screening and Treatment Aid in Attention Deficit Disorder

Using a virtual reality program in screening and treatment of ADHD.

Virtual Reality is a novel program designed to imitate a real classroom environment including various distractions. It includes a head monitor to track eye movements Children aged 10-20 years with ADHD will use the program with and without methylphenidate(1 mg/kg). Their results will be compared to a control group.

Parental consent will be obtained.

Inclusion Criteria:

Clinical diagnosis of ADHD-DSM4 criteria AGE 10-20 YEARS normal neurological examination IQ>80

Exclusion Criteria:

ABNORMAL NEUROLOGICAL STATUS