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The Efficacy of Physical Activity for Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

Journal of Attention Disorders, Ahead of Print.
Background:This systematic review and meta-analysis assesses the efficacy of regular, moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents in randomized controlled trials (RCTs).Methods:RCTs including children and adolescents with clinically diagnosed ADHD, implementing regular MVPA, and assessing ADHD core-symptoms on a valid rating scale post-intervention (primary outcome) were included. Outcomes were pooled through random-effects meta-analysis. Prospero registration: CRD42019142166.Results:MVPA had a small effect on total ADHD core symptoms (n = 11; g = −0.33; 95% CI [−0.63; −0.02]; p = .037).Conclusions:MVPA could serve as an alternative treatment for ADHD. New RCTs are necessary to increase the understanding of the effect regarding frequency, intensity, type of MVPA interventions, and differential effects on age groups.

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Posted in: Meta-analyses - Systematic Reviews on 05/28/2021 | Link to this post on IFP |
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