Tunnel-Vision Mask
Jerry Perez of Miami, FL was recently granted a patent for a "tunnel-vision mask" designed to help people with ADHD. In his patent write-up he observes:
More info: Patent No. 12,197,049
It is estimated that nearly 17 million American are affected by ADHD. Several treatment methods have been used in the past. None of them, however, include the use of a mask that forces the user to concentrate his/her attention to a pre-defined area.
More info: Patent No. 12,197,049
Comments
Prior art. Instrument Flight Training Hoods. https://s30377.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Jiffy-hood-1.jpg
Posted by eddi on 02/25/25 at 04:47 AM
Even more prior: blinders on horses.
Posted by ges on 02/25/25 at 06:11 PM
I don't believe this design showcases an understanding of what ADHD is or how it functions in the brain. It seems to rely on anecdotal descriptions of the disability and not the science.
Given that humanity is wonderfully diverse, I am sure there are specific cases where this device may function. However, I fear that in the vast number of use cases it would do so much more actual harm than any potential benefit could justify.
Given that humanity is wonderfully diverse, I am sure there are specific cases where this device may function. However, I fear that in the vast number of use cases it would do so much more actual harm than any potential benefit could justify.
Posted by Billy on 03/01/25 at 03:53 AM
Bloody hell. When I thought there was no way neurotypicals could get any more condescending...!
Posted by Richard Bos on 03/01/25 at 08:46 AM
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