The effects of exercise types on inhibitory control and working memory in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: Network meta-analysis

Key Points

• To examine the effects of different types of exercise on inhibitory control and working memory in children with ADHD.
• Conducted a network meta-analysis
• Compared various exercise modalities including sport-based exercises and ball games
• Assessed outcomes in children diagnosed with ADHD against control groups.
• Both sport-based exercises and cognitive + exercise improved inhibitory control and working memory compared to the control group.
• Ball games were found to be more effective than single aerobic or combined exercise methods.
• Identified ball games as the most effective intervention for improving cognitive functions in ADHD children.