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Direct linkWaber, Deborah P.; Boiselle, Ellen C.; Forbes, Peter W.; Girard, Jonathan M.; Sideridis, Georgios D. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2019
Learning problems (LP) can have wider implications than the academic deficits per se. The goal of the present series of studies was to develop a reliable and valid quality-of-life measure targeted to children and adolescents with LP. In Study 1, using a 35-item questionnaire, we surveyed 151 parents/guardians of children referred for assessment of…
Descriptors: Quality of Life, Children, Adolescents, Learning Problems
Tamm, Leanne; Loren, Richard E. A.; Peugh, James; Ciesielski, Heather A. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2021
This study investigated the association of a performance-based measure of executive functioning (EF) with academic, social, and behavioral performance ratings in a convenience sample of 153 children aged 5 to 12 (78% male, 83% Caucasian) diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Multivariate regression showed that above and…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Executive Function, Academic Achievement, Student Behavior
Peer reviewedKerr, Andrew S. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1972
The effects of grade level, achievement level, and sex were studied in the examination of determinants of visual-motor coordination and visual-perceptual reasoning in elementary school children. (KW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Age Differences, Elementary School Students, Perceptual Motor Coordination
Peer reviewedPhye, Gary D.; Halderman, Barrett – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1980
The authors, while supporting the view expressed in EC 124 402 that decisions on school readiness should not be determined by birthdate, express concern over statistics used in the study. (CL)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Age Differences, Disabilities, Primary Education
Peer reviewedTsatsanis, Katherine D.; Fuerst, Darren R.; Rourke, Byron P. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1997
A study involving 152 children (ages 7-13) with learning disabilities assessed the relationships between age and psychosocial functioning, and the relationships among psychosocial functioning, cognitive abilities, and academic achievement. Results found no increase in psychopathology with advancing age and clear relationships between academic…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Age Differences, Children, Cognitive Ability
Frazier, Thomas W.; Youngstrom, Eric A.; Glutting, Joseph J.; Watkins, Marley W. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2007
This article presents results from two interrelated studies. The first study conducted a meta-analysis of the published literature since 1990 to determine the magnitude of achievement problems associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Effect sizes were significantly different between participants with and without ADHD…
Descriptors: Parent Attitudes, Student Attitudes, College Students, Standardized Tests
Peer reviewedSafer, Daniel J. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1986
A survey of 200 student folders revealed that elementary school (ES) nonpromotion is primarily associated with low academic achievement and IQ, whereas junior high school (JHS) nonpromotion is mainly correlated to behavioral suspensions and absenteeism. Improved performance occurs in the year following an ES nonpromotion but not following a JHS…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Age Differences, Attendance, Behavior Change
Peer reviewedVogel, Susan A.; Adelman, Pamela B. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1992
Sixty-two college students with learning disabilities were compared to 58 peers matched on gender and American College Testing composite score. Groups were compared on age, high school preparation and performance, college grades, grade point average at the end of each year of study, graduation and academic failure rate, and time taken to complete…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Failure, Academic Persistence, Age Differences
Peer reviewedTur-Kaspa, Hana; Bryan, Tanis – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1995
Thirteen teachers rated elementary students (n=30) with learning disabilities and low achievement as having significantly lower social competence and school adjustment than their achieving peers, but teacher ratings of junior high students did not discriminate among groups. Results support use of teacher ratings for initial screening of elementary…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Age Differences, Behavior Rating Scales, Disability Identification
Peer reviewedBear, George G.; Minke, Kathleen M.; Griffin, Shaunna M.; Deemer, Sandra A. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1998
Self-perceptions of teacher feedback, social comparison of reading competence, reading satisfaction, and general self-worth were assessed among third and sixth graders (N=247) with learning disabilities and normal achievement. Perceived teacher feedback was the best predictor of reading satisfaction and was less favorable among sixth than third…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Age Differences, Developmental Stages, Elementary Education
