Affiliation:
1. Shanghai University of Sport
2. Tsinghua University
3. Department of Physical Education, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics
Abstract
Abstract
Background
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder disease in children
Methods
Randomized controlled trials or crossover studies were identified in four databases (PubMed, Web of Science, EBSCO, and China Knowledge Network) from January 2000 to January 2022. A total of 27 interventional studies met the inclusion criteria.
Results
Interventions of various types of aerobic exercise performed at moderate intensity (45%-75% peak heart rate) for 20 minutes or more 2–3 times per week best improved executive function and attention deficits in children with ADHD.
conclusions
Integrating different types of aerobic exercise programs, comparing acute vs long-term effects of the same intervention and assessing gender differences may provide more evidence-based and precise intervention programs for children with ADHD and help exercise interventions to become more effective alternative or complementary non-pharmacological treatments for ADHD in children.
Publisher
Research Square Platform LLC