EndeavorRx is a video game used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder developed by Akili Interactive. It was based on a prototype game called NeuoRacer. NeuroRacer was developed by Akili Interactive and researchers at the University of San Francisco.[1] The game runs on an engine known as the Akili Selective Stimulus Management engine.[2] EndeavorRx was known as AKL-T01 or Project: EVO ADHD Treatment during its development.[3] It would become the first ever video game to be approved by the FDA on June 15, 2020 to be used as treatment for children ages 8-12.[4][5][6] Five studies on over 600 children were conducted to measure the effectiveness of EndeavorRx.[7] They found "a 36% improvement in at least one objective measure of attention."
In the game, the player is tasked with flying a spaceship across many levels. The player is faced with numerous tasks such as finding collectibles or catching animals. The game will alter its objectives based on the players performance. It may add new rewards and objectives or it may alter the game's pace in accordance with the pace of the player. EndeavorRx attempts to challenge the player and force them to multitask and learn to ignore distractions.[8] Although EndeavorRx can be downloaded for mobile devices, it cannot be played without a prescription from a physician. It is recommended that the game is played for 25 minutes a day, 5 days a week, for 4 weeks.[9] Once the game is been played for the allotted time it will not let the player continue to play the game.[10] The side effects found by the researchers include frustration,[11]dizziness, headaches, and aggression.[12]
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^Canady, Valerie A. (2020-06-29). "FDA approves first video game Rx treatment for children with ADHD". Mental Health Weekly. 30 (26): 1–7. doi:10.1002/mhw.32423. ISSN 1058-1103. S2CID 234731507.
^"Akili preparing FDA bid following strong results of adolescent ADHD trial". MobiHealthNews. 2017-12-04. from the original on December 6, 2022. Retrieved 2023-05-25.
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^Park, Andrea (May 3, 2023). "Akili's therapeutic video game improves ADHD symptoms in 83% of adults: study". from the original on May 6, 2023.
^"EndeavorRx, Akili's video game therapeutic, receives FDA De Novo clearance". MobiHealthNews. 2020-06-15. from the original on May 19, 2023. Retrieved 2023-05-25.
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^"Adults with ADHD See Significant Improvements in Attention, ADHD Symptoms, and Quality of Life in Clinical Trial of Akili's EndeavorRx® Video Game-Based Therapeutic". www.businesswire.com. 2023-05-03. from the original on May 13, 2023. Retrieved 2023-05-24.
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