NEUROFEEDBACK/ EDUFEEDBACK
Play Attention is a computer based "neurofeedback" software solution targeted at kids who are "attention challenged." Play Attention utilizes EdufeedbackTM technology. Edufeedback teaches the student to control his or her attentive state in real time.
With coaching, the student learns to maintain this focused awareness, and learns what behaviors detract from it. Gradually, students learn to transition their focused awareness to educational objectives like reading and attentive listening in class. Each level focuses on a different educational objective, so students can learn the skills they need to succeed in the classroom. Play Attention is recommended for users ages 7 to adult whose primary difficulty is paying attention. Results can be seen in as little as 15 hours, but it takes and average of 40 to 60 hours of training before results become permanent.
What is Play Attention®?
The Play Attention® Learning System is an advanced and patented technology NASA astronauts and U.S. Air Force pilots use to stay attentive in the cockpit. Now you can use this same technology in all KidzGrow Centres to improve attention, concentration and focus skills.
The system consists of a sensor-lined helmet that resembles one used for bicycling.
The sensors monitor your child's attentive state and cognitive, or thinking process, which is fed into a small interface system that attaches to the computer. The child completes a series of video game-like exercises that are controlled by the mind alone.
The child can see and hear real-time feedback on how he/she is progressing on focusing, finishing tasks, increasing memory, and filtering out distractions. Feedback is continuous and immediate.
Often, within a short time, behavior can be modified to reduce or eliminate calling out, fidgeting, impulsivity and so on, while improving time-on-task, focus, comprehension and more.
How Does it Work?
The Play Attention® Learning System guides the child through a series of video game exercises that are controlled only by his/her mind! By working toward being in a relaxed, attentive state, the child moves and controls a series of characters and objects to improve:
Time on Task
Needed for better comprehension and concentration, this is the ability to start and complete an assignment within a given amount of time.
Visual Tracking
This promotes better focus on a topic or subject, such as a teacher or someone talking to you. Visual Tracking is the ability to follow a moving object with focused attention.
Short Term Memory Sequencing
Helps with multi-tasking and assists in teaching the child to follow multiple step directions.
Discriminatory Processing
Reduces the effects of distraction at home, school, and the workplace. Brings your life into focus. The sensors in the helmet monitor the functions related to focus and attentiveness, so the child can see in real time how they are progressing. If he begins to fidget or lose focus, it is immediately detected and alters the results of the games.
Professional athletes, artists and musicians aren't born. They must practice their craft until they reach a level that is constant and consistent. The Play Attention® Learning System encourages practice of key cognitive and attention skills that, in a relatively short amount of time, retrains the brain how to think more clearly, more attentively and with more focus.
Who Can Benefit?
The Play Attention® Learning System is designed to deliver the clarity and focus that allows you or your child to achieve personal success never thought possible.
If Your Child needs improvement on his/her ...
- Ability to maintain focus on a task
- Short term working memory
- Impulse control
- Ability to sit still
- Ability to complete work independently
- Self- Esteem
Play Attention® can help improve attention and concentration ability.
For more information on this program, please contact TheraPediatrics at 410-284-4357 or email us.