NCT03844269

Brief Summary

This study is a single arm, open-label, pilot study to assess midline frontal theta (MFT) power as measured by stimulus-locked electroencephalogram (EEG) before and after treatment with AKL-T01 for improving attention in pediatric participants ages 8-12 years old with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Trial Health

87
On Track

Trial Health Score

Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach

Enrollment
28

participants targeted

Target at below P25 for not_applicable

Timeline
Completed

Started May 2019

Shorter than P25 for not_applicable

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
completed

Health score is calculated from publicly available data and should be used for screening purposes only.

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

February 14, 2019

Completed
4 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

February 18, 2019

Completed
3 months until next milestone

Study Start

First participant enrolled

May 10, 2019

Completed
9 months until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

February 1, 2020

Completed
Same day until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

February 1, 2020

Completed
3.8 years until next milestone

Results Posted

Study results publicly available

November 14, 2023

Completed
Last Updated

November 14, 2023

Status Verified

October 1, 2023

Enrollment Period

9 months

First QC Date

February 14, 2019

Results QC Date

September 11, 2023

Last Update Submit

October 27, 2023

Conditions

Keywords

ADHDInattention

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

  • Midline Frontal Theta Power (MFT)

    Change in midline frontal theta (MFT) power as measured by Perceptual Discrimination Task (PDT)-Locked Electroencephalogram (EEG).

    Day 0 to Day 28

Secondary Outcomes (1)

  • Midline Frontal Theta Power (MFT)

    Day 28

Study Arms (1)

AKL-T01

EXPERIMENTAL
Device: AKL-T01

Interventions

AKL-T01DEVICE

AKL-T01 digital treatment is a state-of-the-art mobile video game-like platform, which deploys modern videogame graphics, engaging reward loops, and real-time adaptive mechanics to dynamically personalize difficulty based on the user's ability. AKL-T01 multitasking treatment employs perceptual discrimination attention/memory task as well as a continuous motor "driving" task. Performance on these tasks are assessed in isolation and when performed together to calculate a performance index for each individual user. A personalized multitask treatment regimen is automatically configured and delivered to the user and is optimized adaptively to increase multitask performance. As players proceed through the treatment periodic recalibration occurs to maintain an optimal difficulty level.

AKL-T01

Eligibility Criteria

Age8 Years - 12 Years
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsChild (0-17)

You may qualify if:

  • Confirmed Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) diagnosis at screening/baseline visit based on Diagnostic Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition (DSM-V) criteria and established via the Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview for Children and Adolescents (MINI-KID) administered by a trained clinician either in person or via teleconference
  • Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children 5th Edition (WISC-V), Full Scale Intelligence Quotient ≥ 70
  • Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Parent Rating Scale: Must score a 2 or 3 on at least 6 items 1-9 AND must score a 4 on at least 2, or 5 on at least 1, of items 48-54 (performance questions).
  • Consistently off stimulant medication for ≥ 1 week. OR currently on stimulant medication and agree to stop taking the medication for a 1 week prior to the baseline visit and off through duration of training and post-training assessment (note: participants will only be allowed to washout of stimulant medication if in the opinion of the investigator they are currently inadequately managed on their medication and it is appropriate to stop taking their medication for the duration of the trial)
  • Consistently off Psychotropic drug for ≥ 1 month
  • Consistently off non-stimulant medication for ADHD (e.g. atomoxetine, clonidine, guanfacine) for ≥ 1 month
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions (English) as assessed by the PI and/or study coordinator
  • Functioning at an age-appropriate level intellectually
  • Able to comply with all testing and requirements

You may not qualify if:

  • Current controlled (requiring a restricted medication) or uncontrolled, comorbid psychiatric diagnosis, based on the Neurodevelopment Intake Form, Behavior Assessment System for Children (BASC), and subsequent clinical interviewing, with significant symptoms including but not limited to post-traumatic stress disorder, psychosis, bipolar illness, severe obsessive compulsive disorder, severe depressive or anxiety disorder, conduct disorder, or other symptomatic manifestations that in the opinion of the Investigator may confound study data/assessments. (Participants with clinical history of learning disorders will be allowed to participate as long as the disorder does not impact their ability to participate based on PI judgement).
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder concern as indicated from the Social Communication Questionnaire ≥ 15.
  • Current treatment with stimulant treatment for ADHD and unwilling or inappropriate (per investigator opinion) to washout.
  • Initiation or completion of behavioral therapy within the last 4 weeks. The participant should inform the Investigator if they intend to change their behavioral therapy during the 4 weeks of the study. Participants who have been in behavior therapy consistently for more than 4 weeks may participate if their routine is unchanged throughout the study.
  • Participant is currently considered at risk for attempting suicide by the Investigator, has previously made a suicide attempt, or has a prior history of, or is currently demonstrating active suicidal ideation or self-injurious behavior, as measured by MINI-KID Suicidality Module C.
  • Motor condition (e.g. physical deformity of the hands/arms) that prevents game playing as reported by the parent or observed by the Investigator.
  • Recent history or suspicion (within the past 6 months) of substance abuse or dependence.
  • History of seizures (excluding febrile seizures).
  • Participation in a clinical trial within 90 days prior to screening.
  • Color blindness as detected by Ishihara Color Blindness Test.
  • Regular use of psychoactive drugs that in the opinion of the Investigator may confound study data/assessments.
  • Any other medical condition that in the opinion of the Investigator may confound study data/assessments.
  • Previously received AKL-T01 (Project-EVO™) treatment in a previous clinical trial.
  • Concurrent brain training

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

Cortica Healthcare

San Rafael, California, 94903, United States

Location

Related Publications (1)

  • Gallen CL, Anguera JA, Gerdes MR, Simon AJ, Canadas E, Marco EJ. Enhancing neural markers of attention in children with ADHD using a digital therapeutic. PLoS One. 2021 Dec 31;16(12):e0261981. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0261981. eCollection 2021.

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior DisordersNeurodevelopmental DisordersMental Disorders

Results Point of Contact

Title
Minny Suh
Organization
Akili Interactive Labs, Inc.

Study Officials

  • Elysa J Marco, MD

    Cortica Healthcare

    PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Publication Agreements

PI is Sponsor Employee
No
Restriction Type
GT60
Restrictive Agreement
Yes

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
not applicable
Allocation
NA
Masking
NONE
Purpose
TREATMENT
Intervention Model
SINGLE GROUP
Model Details: Intervention group will be compared to historical controls.
Sponsor Type
INDUSTRY
Responsible Party
SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

February 14, 2019

First Posted

February 18, 2019

Study Start

May 10, 2019

Primary Completion

February 1, 2020

Study Completion

February 1, 2020

Last Updated

November 14, 2023

Results First Posted

November 14, 2023

Record last verified: 2023-10

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