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Direct linkGreenway, Charlotte W.; Rees Edwards, Alison – Australian Journal of Learning Difficulties, 2020
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) rates in classrooms have increased considerably in recent years. Previous literature has acknowledged the significance of teachers' knowledge and attitudes towards ADHD when making referral and intervention decisions. Using Mulholland, Cumming and Jung's (2015) knowledge (SASK) and attitude (SASA)…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Teacher Aides, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Knowledge Level
Dittman, Cassandra K. – Reading and Writing: An Interdisciplinary Journal, 2016
Concurrent associations between teacher ratings of inattention, hyperactivity and pre-reading skills were examined in 64 pre-schoolers who had not commenced formal reading instruction and 136 school entrants who were in the first weeks of reading instruction. Both samples of children completed measures of pre-reading skills, namely phonological…
Descriptors: Attention Span, Hyperactivity, Reading Skills, Beginning Reading
Download full textDuPaul, George J.; Kern, Lee; Belk, Georgia; Custer, Beth; Daffier, Molly; Hatfield, Andrea; Peek, Daniel – Grantee Submission, 2018
Objective: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is associated with significant challenges in child functioning. Although behavioral parent training (BPT) can reduce ADHD symptoms, factors associated with traditional face-to-face (F2F) delivery results in only about half of families receiving BPT. The purpose of this pilot randomized…
Descriptors: In Person Learning, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Attendance, At Risk Students
Pindiprolu, Sekhar S. – Journal on Educational Psychology, 2014
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed disorders among children today. Stimulants are commonly prescribed to children with ADHD to improve attention span and decrease distractibility, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Given the increased use of stimulant medication, school personnel need to be aware of…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Preservice Teachers, College Students, Special Education
Lee, Ji-yeon – School Psychology Quarterly, 2014
A teacher's intention to refer students to mental health professionals is important to the early identification of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and prevention of further problems. The theory of planned behavior (TPB) was used to determine the strongest belief-related predictors of a teacher's intentions to refer students with…
Descriptors: Referral, Mental Health, Health Services, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Stampoltzis, Aglaia; Antonopoulou, Katerina – International Journal of School & Educational Psychology, 2013
School teachers play an important role in the identification and assessment of pupils' difficulties, and have been considered one of the most valuable sources of information with regard to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnoses. The study examines and compares general and special education teachers' knowledge and misconceptions…
Descriptors: Teacher Role, Knowledge Level, Misconceptions, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Christiansen, Hanna; Hirsch, Oliver; König, Anika; Steinmayr, Ricarda; Roehrle, Bernd – Health Education, 2015
Purpose: Early onset of behavioral disorders is predictive of long term adverse outcomes. There are some indicated and selective early prevention programs for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), one of the most common behavioral disorders in childhood and adolescence. The purpose of this paper is to present a universal preschool…
Descriptors: Prevention, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Access to Education, Preschool Education
Booksh, Randee Lee; Pella, Russell D.; Singh, Ashvind N.; Gouvier, William Drew – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2010
Objective: The authors examined the ability of college students to simulate ADHD symptoms on objective and self-report measures and the relationship between knowledge of ADHD and ability to simulate ADHD. Method: Undergraduate students were assigned to a control or a simulated ADHD malingering condition and compared with a clinical AD/HD group.…
Descriptors: Experimental Groups, Undergraduate Students, Attention Deficit Disorders, Hyperactivity
Stroh, Jennifer; Frankenberger, William; Cornell-Swanson, La Vonne; Wood, Courtney; Pahl, Stephanie – Journal of Child and Family Studies, 2008
We examined parents' knowledge, attitudes, and information sources regarding Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), including treatment with stimulant medication and behavioral interventions. Responses from parents with a child diagnosed with ADHD and parents without a child diagnosed with ADHD were also compared. Participants consisted…
Descriptors: Stimulants, Behavior Modification, Parent Attitudes, Knowledge Level
Bussing, Regina; Gary, Faye A.; Mills, Terry L.; Garvan, Cynthia Wilson – Journal of Family Issues, 2007
This study explores cultural variance in parental health beliefs, knowledge, and information sources related to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Structured interviews were completed by a representative community sample of 1,615 parents, including an ADHD knowledge and perceptions survey, behavioral questionnaires, and inquiries…
Descriptors: Information Sources, Cultural Differences, Cues, Hyperactivity
West, John; Taylor, Myra; Houghton, Stephen; Hudyma, Shirlene – School Psychology International, 2005
The Knowledge about Attention Deficit Disorder Questionnaire (KADD-Q) was administered to 256 teachers and 92 parents. Statistical analysis revealed the KADD-Q to be an internally consistent measure of teachers' and parents' knowledge of ADHD. Findings demonstrated that the levels of teachers' and parents' knowledge about the causes of ADHD was…
Descriptors: Statistical Analysis, Misconceptions, Comparative Analysis, Knowledge Level
Bekle, Bruna – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2004
The knowledge and attitudes of practicing teachers regarding ADHD were compared with those of undergraduate education students. Key elements of studies of American and Canadian teachers by Jerome, Gordon, and Hustler (1994) and Jerome, Washington, Laine, and Segal (1999) were replicated. Information was gathered about participants' demographic…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Undergraduate Study, Hyperactivity, Attention Deficit Disorders
Kos, Julie M.; Richdale, Amanda L.; Jackson, Mervyn S. – Psychology in the Schools, 2004
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood disorder, yet relatively little research has assessed teachers' knowledge of this disorder or how teacher characteristics affect such knowledge. There also is a dearth of research comparing in-service and preservice teachers' knowledge about ADHD. The aims of this study were (a)…
Descriptors: Measures (Individuals), Teacher Characteristics, Preservice Teachers, Hyperactivity
