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Tonizzi, Irene; Giofrè, David; Usai, Maria Carmen – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 2022
This manuscript aimed to advance our understanding of inhibitory control (IC) in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), adopting a meta-analytic multilevel approach. The first meta-analysis, on 164 studies adopting direct measures, indicated a significant small-to-medium (g = 0.484) deficit in the group with ASD (n = 5140) compared with controls (n =…
Descriptors: Inhibition, Self Control, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cognitive Ability
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Vekety, Boglarka; Logemann, H. N. Alexander; Takacs, Zsofia K. – International Journal of Behavioral Development, 2021
Current research has reported the beneficial effects of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) on general domains of cognition and behavior among children. The present study is the first meta-analysis with controlled studies investigating the pre-post change effects of MBIs on two widely experienced behaviors in childhood education, namely…
Descriptors: Metacognition, Intervention, Program Effectiveness, Hyperactivity
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Harrison, Judith R.; Soares, Denise A.; Rudzinski, Stephen; Johnson, Rachel – Review of Educational Research, 2019
Students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) experience symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity that often manifest as academic impairment. As such, teachers must select interventions to increase the probability of success for students with ADHD in their classes. Prior meta-analyses have evaluated school-based…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Intervention, Evidence Based Practice, Program Effectiveness
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Stevens, Anne E.; Abu-Ramadan, Tamara M.; Hartung, Cynthia M. – Journal of American College Health, 2022
Objective: College students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and/or a learning disorder (LD) are at higher risk for not attaining a bachelor's degree. The purpose is to identify the predictors of academic success in college for students with ADHD and/or LD using a systematic review of the literature. Method: Academic Search…
Descriptors: At Risk Students, Undergraduate Students, Students with Disabilities, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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Moore, Darren A.; Russell, Abigail E.; Matthews, Justin; Ford, Tamsin J.; Rogers, Morwenna; Ukoumunne, Obioha C.; Kneale, Dylan; Thompson-Coon, Jo; Sutcliffe, Katy; Nunns, Michael; Shaw, Liz; Gwernan-Jones, Ruth – Review of Education, 2018
Non-pharmacological interventions for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are useful treatments, but it is unclear how effective school-based interventions are for a range of outcomes and which features of interventions are most effective. This paper systematically reviews randomised controlled trial evidence of the effectiveness of…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Intervention, Program Effectiveness, Children
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Ringer, Noam – International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, 2020
ADHD is a disability characterised by hyperactivity, impulsivity and difficulties maintaining attention. Despite extensive research on ADHD, the effects of existing treatments are moderate and inconsistent. Knowledge regarding children's and adolescents' everyday experiences of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and their…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Children, Adolescents, Knowledge Level
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Emmers, Elke; Jansen, Dorien; Petry, Katja; van der Oord, Saskia; Baeyens, Dieter – Journal of Further and Higher Education, 2017
Due to an increasing number of students with ADHD in higher education and the difficult course of their academic career, a comprehensive overview of participation and functioning of this group is needed. A comprehensive search was performed in MEDLINE (PubMed), EMBASE, CINAHL and ERIC electronic databases in June 2014. This systematic literature…
Descriptors: College Students, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Literature Reviews, Student Characteristics
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Burns, Emma; Martin, Andrew J. – Australian Journal of Guidance and Counselling, 2014
Adaptability has been recently proposed as cognitive, behavioural, and emotional regulation assisting individuals to effectively respond to change, uncertainty and novelty. Given students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have known impairments with regulatory functions, they may be at particular disadvantage as they seek to…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Self Control, Student Adjustment, Adjustment (to Environment)
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Reid, Robert; Hagaman, Jessica L.; Graham, Steve – Learning Disabilities: A Contemporary Journal, 2014
This review assessed the use of self-regulated strategy development (SRSD) for teaching written composition strategies to students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorders. We examined the participants and the settings in which SRSD has been used, the writing strategies tested, genres addressed, and the effects of SRSD on outcome measures.…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Writing Skills, Learning Strategies, Writing (Composition)
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Fleming, Andrew P.; McMahon, Robert J. – Clinical Child and Family Psychology Review, 2012
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects between 2 and 8 % of college students. ADHD is associated with impaired academic, psychological, and social functioning, and with a wide array of negative outcomes including lower GPAs, graduation rates, and self-reported quality of life. The college environment often brings decreased…
Descriptors: Intervention, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Quality of Life, Etiology
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Wright, Craig; Shelton, Doug; Wright, Michalle – Australian Journal of Learning Difficulties, 2009
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neuro-behavioural disorder that presents frequently in paediatric and mental health settings. Children with ADHD present with symptoms of hyperactivity, inattention, distractibility and impulsivity. The purpose of this paper is to provide clinicians with a summary of contemporary issues relevant…
Descriptors: Counseling Techniques, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Disability Identification, Child Health
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Ozdemir, Selda – Current Issues in Education, 2009
This review critically evaluates the existing research literature on the peer relationship problems of children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Empirical evidence suggests that children with the disorder are severely impaired in the social area and strongly rejected by peers. The purposes of this article are to provide a review of…
Descriptors: Interpersonal Competence, Behavior Problems, Rejection (Psychology), Peer Acceptance
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Stankus, Tony – Behavioral & Social Sciences Librarian, 2008
Psychologists, social workers, and school counselors are increasingly adding neurofeedback (NFT), a controversial alternative or complementary therapy to their treatment plans for patients with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. NFT involves training the patient in self-regulation of brain wave patterns, employing a standard diagnostic…
Descriptors: Operant Conditioning, Brain, Diagnostic Tests, Biofeedback