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    Transcutaneous electrical stimulation of the trigeminal nerve for ADHD

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    Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can cause restlessness, hyperactivity and difficulty focusing on tasks. In this procedure, which is done at home, a single-use electrode patch is stuck to the forehead at bedtime. Wires connect the patch to a stimulator that sends small electrical pulses through the skin (transcutaneous) during sleep. The pulses stimulate the trigeminal nerve, which connects to parts of the brain that are thought to control attention. Treatment usually lasts for about 4 weeks. The aim is to reduce ADHD symptoms.