How Virtual Reality Can Help Neurodivergent Children Improve Their Attention (NCT07341204)
Improvement of Sustained Attention Through Immersive Virtual Reality in Neurodivergent Children
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The goal of this study is to determine whether playing a virtual reality (VR) game can help neurodivergent children pay attention for extended periods. The study includes children ages 9 to 18 who have autism, ADHD, learning differences, or movement coordination challenges. The program lasts for 6 weeks. During this period, children will play a VR game twice per week, with each session lasting 25 minutes.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Inclusive Sports and Fitness, Inc. — Old Westbury, New York
Age range: 9 Years to 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Virtual Reality (BEHAVIORAL)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Inclusive Sports and Fitness, Inc. — Old Westbury, New York
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (631) 252-5776
Email: alopez@nyit.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.