A child's brain with ADHD isn't lazy or acting out.
It simply needs:
- frequent dopamine hits every 3–7 minutes
- body movement
- the feeling of "I'm in charge"
- novelty and instant wins
A regular lesson takes all of that away.
PlaySEND gives it in abundance.
What Science Says (2024–2025)
- JMIR Serious Games, May 2025 (meta-analysis of 38 studies)
Game-based learning increases attention span in children with ADHD by 38% and academic performance by 29%. - Frontiers in Psychiatry, January 2025
Full immersion in gaming environments (Roblox/Minecraft) reduces cognitive load by 35–42% and keeps children in flow state for up to 50 minutes. - The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health, March 2025
When a child leads the process (child-led), intrinsic motivation increases by 2.3x and anxiety drops by 31%. - BMC Psychiatry, November 2025
Rewards every 3–7 minutes — the most powerful natural way to boost dopamine in children with ADHD.
How It Works at PlaySEND (Roblox and Minecraft)
| What Happens in a 50-Minute Lesson | Mechanism Activated | What the Child Feels |
|---|---|---|
| Child leads teacher through their world and makes all decisions | Autonomy + social recognition | "I'm in charge here and I'm awesome" |
| Every 3–7 minutes — a small win (chest, boss, new build) | Variable reward schedule | Constant dopamine rush |
| Child runs, jumps, waves hands in front of screen | Physical activation | Natural norepinephrine and dopamine |
| Teacher follows child's interests | Child-led learning | Zero pressure → zero resistance |
| Entire lesson is one continuous game | Full immersion | 95% of children in flow state |
| No homework | Everything reinforced immediately | Child doesn't notice they're learning |
What Parents See After Just 8–15 Lessons
- child asks for the next lesson themselves
- starts speaking in full sentences in English/Spanish
- concentration improves even in regular school
- meltdowns about "I won't study" disappear
Try It Right Now — Free and No Prep Needed
50 minutes of a real lesson in Roblox or Minecraft — games your child already loves.
If after it they ask "when's the next one?" — we've found their format.
Share your child's age and favorite game — we'll match them with the perfect teacher and find the nearest available slot.