Visual Tasks for Attention Deficit Disorder
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to understand why people move their eyes differently when searching for objects. Researchers will use visual tasks to examine how attention and the ability to stop or change actions affect eye movements. Participants will engage in activities like visual searches while researchers track their eye movements. This trial suits individuals without neurological issues or uncorrected vision problems who are curious about their attention and eye movement patterns. As an unphased study, it offers a unique opportunity to explore personal attention and eye movement patterns in a research setting.
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What prior data suggests that these visual tasks are safe for participants?
Research shows that tasks using eye-tracking technology are generally easy for participants to handle. These tasks help researchers understand how eyes move and focus, without causing any harm. For instance, one study found that eye movement exercises improved thinking and behavior in children with ADHD. This indicates that these tasks can safely aid in learning about attention and eye movement patterns. No major side effects have been reported in these studies, making them a safe choice for participants.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about using visual tasks for Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) because this approach focuses on enhancing cognitive skills through eye-tracking technology. Unlike traditional treatments, which often involve medications like stimulants to manage symptoms, this method is non-invasive and aims to directly train the brain in processing visual information and improving attention. By recording eye movements and behavioral performance during various tasks, this technique could offer personalized insights into how individuals with ADD process visual cues, potentially leading to more tailored and effective interventions.
What evidence suggests that visual tasks are effective for attention deficit disorder?
Research has shown that visual activities can help understand and possibly improve attention in people with ADHD. In this trial, participants will perform various visual tasks while researchers track their eye movements. One study found that eye-tracking technology, which monitors eye movements, might help identify ADHD. The way someone looks at things, such as how long they focus on one spot, can reveal much about their attention levels. Another study discovered that a visual attention training program helped children make fewer mistakes in tasks, indicating better focus. These findings suggest that visual activities might aid in assessing and potentially enhancing attention and self-control in people with ADHD.26789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Carly J Leonard, Phd
Principal Investigator
University of Colorado enver
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals interested in how people use their eyes and attention during visual tasks. Participants should be willing to perform behavioral tasks that measure focus and self-control. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, so it's open to a broad audience unless otherwise specified.Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Task Completion
Participants complete three separate tasks: a visual search task, an attention task, and an inhibitory task. Eye movements and behavioral performance are recorded.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after task completion
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Visual tasks
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Colorado, Denver
Lead Sponsor
National Eye Institute (NEI)
Collaborator