Summary
A recent Stanford University study published in iScience explores a neuromonitoring-guided working memory intervention for children with ADHD. Traditional treatments often fail to address ADHD’s neural mechanisms, but this research integrates real-time functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) with cognitive training and neurofeedback to enhance working memory (WM) networks. In a randomized trial, children in the neurofeedback group showed significant improvements in WM performance, ADHD symptoms, and frontoparietal brain activity. fNIRS, a portable and child-friendly neuroimaging tool, offers an accessible, scalable solution for home-based interventions. The study highlights the potential of precision psychiatry in ADHD treatment, paving the way for personalized, technology-driven mental health care.