Evidence-based gamification for ADHD, not mere entertainment. Built on Self-Determination Theory to address the three psychological needs: Autonomy, Resilience, and Competence.
Three pillars of motivation grounded in psychology research.
Students co-create goals and rewards with parents through shared goal-setting. The system transforms from parental imposition into mutual agreement.
When students have ownership, motivation becomes intrinsic.
Rather than punitive streak mechanics, we use "Relapse Forgiveness" that triggers achievable "Recovery Quests" after setbacks. Students learn to bounce back.
Failure becomes a stepping stone, not a wall.
The platform generates "quick wins" through immediate feedback and tangible progress markers. Every action builds confidence.
Small wins compound into lasting self-belief.
Students earn Points (XP) upon completing any task or sub-task, providing instant numerical validation for every accomplishment.
Points awarded immediately on task completion. No waiting, no ambiguity.
Visual representations making mastery feel attainable. See exactly how close you are.
Permanent visible trophies celebrating milestones. Build a collection of accomplishments.
Daily streaks with escalating point multipliers. Momentum rewards consistency.
Like the best games, our reward system uses variable schedules that don't feel transactional. This creates sustainable long-term engagement rather than external motivation dependence.
Students earn XP for completing tasks, but also receive surprise bonuses for:
ADHD brains struggle with delayed gratification. Traditional homework provides no reward until a grade arrives days or weeks later.
The ARC Engine provides the immediate dopamine response ADHD brains need, making homework completion feel rewarding in the moment.
Large projects broken into Micro-Quests for immediate dopamine and momentum.
assignment "Write a 5-page research paper on the Civil War"
This feels impossible. Where do you even start? The ADHD brain looks at this and shuts down.
Each step is achievable. Each completion releases dopamine. Momentum builds naturally.
The ARC Engine rolls out in phases to build sustainable habits.
Focus: Competence
Foundational XP systems and daily quest lists. Students experience immediate rewards for every task completion.
Build confidence through consistent quick wins.
Focus: Autonomy
Personalization, badges, and streak mechanics. Students begin to customize their experience and set their own goals.
Ownership increases intrinsic motivation.
Focus: Resilience
Recovery mechanics and adaptive feedback. Students learn that setbacks are temporary and bouncing back earns rewards.
Resilience becomes a learned skill.
The ARC Engine isn't just gamification for fun—it's evidence-based intervention designed specifically for ADHD.
Self-Determination Theory (Deci & Ryan) identifies three universal psychological needs: autonomy, competence, and relatedness. When these needs are met, intrinsic motivation flourishes.
For ADHD brains specifically, the dopamine reward pathway operates differently. Traditional delayed rewards don't work. Our system provides the immediate feedback loop ADHD brains need to stay engaged.
See how evidence-based gamification transforms homework motivation.
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