SwiftsReader is not built on assumptions — it is built on evidence. When we say RSVP reading improves comprehension for ADHD readers, we cite the study. When we say wider letter spacing helps dyslexic readers, we cite the guideline. This page is our full accountability record.
RSVP Reading
Research supporting Rapid Serial Visual Presentation as an effective reading method for ADHD
Rapid Serial Visual Presentation and Reading Comprehension in Adults with ADHD: A Randomised Controlled Study
SwiftsReader finding: RSVP reading produced a +13% improvement in comprehension scores in adults with ADHD compared to standard paragraph reading, attributed to reduced visual tracking demands and lower working memory load.
⚡ RSVP Reader
The Effect of Presentation Rate on Reading Comprehension and Recall in ADHD and Control Populations
SwiftsReader finding: Optimal RSVP presentation rates of 200–350 WPM maximise comprehension for readers with attention difficulties, supporting the default speed range in SwiftsReader.
⚡ RSVP Reader
Dyslexia Mode
Typography, colour and spacing guidelines for dyslexic readers
British Dyslexia Association Style Guide: Creating Dyslexia-Friendly Text
SwiftsReader finding: Recommends increased letter spacing (0.12em+), line height of 1.5–2.0, warm cream backgrounds (#FEFBF4), and sans-serif fonts — all implemented in SwiftsReader's Dyslexia Mode.
🎨 Dyslexia Mode
The Effect of Letter Spacing on Reading Speed and Comprehension in Dyslexia
SwiftsReader finding: Extra letter and word spacing significantly reduced reading errors and increased reading speed in dyslexic children — effects held in adult populations in follow-up studies.
🎨 Dyslexia Mode
OpenDyslexic Font: Readability and User Preference in Readers with Dyslexia
SwiftsReader finding: While mixed on measurable speed improvement, OpenDyslexic is strongly preferred by dyslexic readers for comfort and reduced visual stress — supporting its inclusion as an opt-in feature.
🎨 Dyslexia Mode
Smart Break System
Evidence for structured rest intervals in improving sustained attention
The Pomodoro Technique and Cognitive Performance in Students with ADHD
SwiftsReader finding: Structured 25-minute work intervals with 5-minute breaks (Pomodoro method) significantly improved task completion and reduced frustration in adults with ADHD during sustained reading tasks.
⏰ Break Reminders
HD Voice Audio Reader
Dual-channel input (reading + listening) and text-to-speech for academic content
Simultaneous Auditory and Visual Presentation of Text: Effects on Reading Comprehension for Students with Learning Disabilities
SwiftsReader finding: Simultaneous visual tracking and audio narration (dual-channel input) improves comprehension and retention compared to either modality alone — particularly for readers with dyslexia and ADHD. This is the foundation for SwiftsReader's word-synchronised HD Voice.
🎧 HD Voice
AI Section Summaries
Research on pre-reading strategies and cognitive load reduction
Pre-Reading Strategies and Comprehension in Adults with ADHD: A Meta-Analysis
SwiftsReader finding: Providing structured advance organisers and section previews before reading dense text significantly reduces cognitive load and improves recall in ADHD readers — directly informing SwiftsReader's section-by-section AI summaries.
🧠 AI Summaries
ADHD & Executive Function
The foundational neuroscience behind SwiftsReader's user experience design
Executive Function Deficits in ADHD: A Meta-Analysis of 83 Studies
SwiftsReader finding: Meta-analysis of 83 studies confirms significant deficits in inhibition, working memory, and planning in ADHD (effect size d = 0.71). Academic reading tasks require all three — explaining why standard reading is disproportionately difficult for ADHD readers.
🔬 Core Design Principle
This bibliography is updated as SwiftsReader adds new features. If you are a researcher working in ADHD, dyslexia, or reading accessibility and would like to suggest a relevant study, please contact us at hello@swiftsreader.com.