Dual Executive Function Training Package
Recruiting · NCT07262853 · Interventional (participants receive a specific treatment) · Lead sponsor: Education University of Hong Kong
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What this trial is about
Executive function (EF) refers to the cognitive processes that enable goal-directed regulation of thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Two interrelated domains are commonly distinguished: "cool" EF, which involves abstract cognitive processes, and "hot" EF, which involves regulation in emotionally or motivationally charged contexts. Children with special educational needs (SENs) frequently show difficulties across both domains, yet most interventions target one in isolation. The present study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a dual EF training package for three of the most prevalent SENs groups: attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), specific learning difficulties (SpLD), and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). A total of 288 primary school students aged 6-12 years with a diagnosis of ADHD, ASD, or SpLD will be recruited. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention or waitlist control group, stratified by diagnosis. Each intervention group (n = 48) will receive the dual EF training programme, while corresponding waitlist controls (n = 48) will receive it after the study. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will include neuropsychological tests of EF, teacher- and parent-reported behavioural ratings, and measures of disability impact, school satisfaction, and social participation.
Who can take part
Inclusion criteria
- aged between 6 and 11 years
- studying at primary schools in HK
- confirmed or suspected ADHD, ASD, or SpLD
Exclusion criteria
- received executive function training
- comorbid conditions
Where it is running
1 location listed.
- EdUHK - Tai Po, Hong Kong