Funxn (func·tion) is a behavioral modification and reinforcement tool designed and developed to provide positive feedback and rewards. The key benefits include the ability to motivate and inspire children with ADHD/ADD to address a common behavioral deficit: initiating and completing tasks. The tool leverages the fact that smartphone use is an integral part of childrens daily routine, and integrates a secure, closed-loop interactive system designed to schedule, organize and remind children to complete tasks for which they are rewarded in a game-like environment. Although designed with ADHD/ADD children in mind, Funxn (func·tion) is useful for any child that may have issues initiating and completing certain tasks.
Key Features:
* Real-time task creation and evaluation via iOS mobile device for parent and child
* Game-like environment where child can earn points by initiating and completing tasks assigned by their parent
* Each task is encouraged by a positive message to the child at the start and completion of a task
* Children can suggest rewards that may motivate them, whether it be pizza for dinner or an hour of game time
* Parents manage their children’s tasks and rewards, including when they may be redeemed
* Parents can see a weekly report of when and which tasks were completed for further insights
In a recent trial involving parents and their children who had issues with their children completing tasks, use of Funxn’s app over a 2 week period generated the following responses:
"It makes it easy to help the child focus on the task that needs to be performed.” - Albert M.
"I loved it!!!! My son was very motivated.” - Amanda P.
"I like the ability for the kids to check their stuff on their own.” - Daniel S.
"I liked that my daughter did her chores without complaining. My daughter loved earning points and getting rewards for doing them.” - Ilka M.
"I like how easy it is to use and it makes it fun for my child to do their chores and get rewarded for doing so.” - Martha V.
"I love that my child has been motivated to do tasks that he otherwise had ignored.” - Pamela R.
What the experts say:
“The fact of the matter is, there are no behavioral tools for ADD/ADHD children that is available on a smartphone. The Funxn app can provide a complimentary and beneficial tool for children with ADD/ADHD that have issues initiating and completing tasks.” - Dave Sine, M.D., Board Certified Pediatrician; Medical Director, Pediatrics, Orosi Rural Health Clinic, Orosi, California
Have Fun. Get Stuff Done. Funxn!