Using real-time brain signals to predict and prevent attention lapses in kids

 ADHD in the News 2026-05-14


Key study findings: In children with epilepsy, researchers used machine learning and intracranial recordings to discover a signal that predicted attention lapses. Stimulating the brain at precise moments helped children keep their focus despite difficult tasks. A non-invasive pulse to that same target spot also significantly improved reaction time and accuracy.

View Article: The Hospital for Sick Kids, May 13, 2026




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