DETEC-ADHD: A Data-Driven Web App for Early ADHD Detection Using Machine Learning and Electroencephalography

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) diagnosis is often challenging due to subjective assessments and symptom variability, which can delay accurate detection and treatment. To address these limitations, this study introduces DETEC-ADHD, a web-based application that combines machine learning (ML) techniques with multi-source data to enhance diagnostic accuracy. Unlike traditional approaches, DETEC-ADHD primarily utilizes extensive personal, medical, and psychological information for its initial classification. DETEC-ADHD further refines diagnoses by identifying ADHD subtypes (inattentive, hyperactive, combined) through theta/beta wave ratio analysis from EEG data, offering neurophysiological insights that complement its classification process. Logistic Regression, selected for its validated accuracy and reliability, served as the ML model for the app. The case studies demonstrated DETEC-ADHD’s effectiveness, achieving 100% accuracy in children and 90% in adults. By integrating diverse data sources with real-time EEG analysis, DETEC-ADHD provides a scalable, cost-effective, and accessible solution for ADHD detection and subtype identification, addressing diagnostic challenges and supporting healthcare providers, particularly in resource-limited environments.