R61/33 - VR Study Phase 4

The goal of this larger parallel group randomized trial is to test the impact of a virtual reality program for improving the ability of emerging adults (age 18-25) with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to stay focused while completing homework and studying. This study compares the impact of using a virtual reality headset to using a virtual reality headset while also receiving feedback about levels of focus to a control group. The main question is whether participants demonstrate significantly improved concentration while completing homework and studying in virtual reality and whether they enjoy and prefer working in a virtual reality environment. Concentration is measured both through participant report and also using keyboard and mouse click data to assess work productivity objectively.

NCT Number	NCT07169760
Lead Sponsor	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Collaborators: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans
Conditions	Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Enrollment	252 participants
Start Date	2025-09-09
Primary Completion	2030-09 (estimated)
Study Completion	2030-12 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-01-28