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Bing-Canar, Hanaan; Phillips, Matthew S.; Shields, Allison N.; Ogram Buckley, Caitlin M.; Chang, Fini; Khan, Humza; Skymba, Haley V.; Ovsiew, Gabriel P.; Resch, Zachary J.; Jennette, Kyle J.; Soble, Jason R. – Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment, 2022
This study investigated the utility of four WAIS-IV Digit Span (DS) indices (traditional Reliable Digit Span [RDS], RDS-Working Memory [RDS-WM], RDS-Revised [RDS-R], and DS Age-Corrected Scaled Score [ACSS]) as embedded performance validity tests (PVTs) among a sample of 342 consecutive adults referred for neuropsychological evaluation of ADHD.…
Descriptors: Test Validity, Adults, Intelligence Tests, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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Demy Alfonso; Karen Basurto; Janna Guilfoyle; Hannah B. VanLandingham; Christopher Gonzalez; Gabriel P. Ovsiew; Violeta J. Rodriguez; Zachary J. Resch; Devin M. Ulrich; Jason R. Soble – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2024
Objective: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are early life experiences that influence mental health outcomes, though there are mixed findings reported in relation to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms. The current study compared adults who experienced ACEs on measures of ADHD symptom reporting, psychological symptoms, and…
Descriptors: Trauma, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Adults
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Lee Sook Huey; Saw Jo Anne; Fatanah Ramlee; Chan Kah Mun; Alicia Ng Cher Ching – Learning Disabilities: A Contemporary Journal, 2024
Twice-exceptional individuals experience learning and psychosocial challenges resulting from the discrepancies between their cognitive and social-emotional development. This case report illustrates the learning and psychosocial faced by a child and an adolescent who possess both neurodevelopmental disorders and intellectual giftedness, and the…
Descriptors: Gifted Disabled, Barriers, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Academically Gifted
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Wilcox, Gabrielle; Heudes, Alethea – Canadian Journal of School Psychology, 2017
Clinical reasoning requires thoughtful consideration of a variety of factors that contribute to the conceptualization of a case such as the reason for referral, school information, home environment, assessment outcomes, and behavioural observations made during assessments. The purpose of this article is to provide the reader with insight into the…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Mental Disorders, Evaluation Methods, Intervention
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Vugs, Brigitte; Knoors, Harry; Cuperus, Juliane; Hendriks, Marc; Verhoeven, Ludo – Child Language Teaching and Therapy, 2017
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a computer-based executive function (EF) training in children with specific language impairment (SLI). Ten children with SLI, ages 8 to 12 years, completed a 25-session training of visuospatial working memory, inhibition and cognitive flexibility over a 6-week period. Treatment outcome was…
Descriptors: Executive Function, Training, Pilot Projects, Foreign Countries
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Riga, Asimina; Papayiannis, Nikolaos – International Journal of Education and Development using Information and Communication Technology, 2015
The present study investigates if there is a positive effect of the use of concept mapping software on students with Attention Deficit (AD) when learning descriptive writing in the secondary level of education. It also examines what kind of difficulties AD students may have come across during this learning procedure. Sample students were selected…
Descriptors: Concept Mapping, Computer Software, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Secondary Education
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Hale, James B.; Reddy, Linda A.; Semrud-Clikeman, Margaret; Hain, Lisa A.; Whitaker, James; Morley, Jessica; Lawrence, Kyle; Smith, Alex; Jones, Nicole – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2011
Methylphenidate (MPH) often ameliorates attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) behavioral dysfunction according to "indirect" informant reports and rating scales. The standard of care behavioral MPH titration approach seldom includes "direct" neuropsychological or academic assessment data to determine treatment…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Rating Scales, Short Term Memory
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Kiluk, Brian D.; Weden, Sarah; Culotta, Vincent P. – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2009
Objective: Few studies have examined the psychological benefits of physical activity in children with ADHD who may be at higher risk for mood and anxiety problems. This study explores the relationship between participation in physical activity and emotional functioning in children with ADHD. Method: Scores on parent-reported measures of mood and…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression (Psychology), Anxiety