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Hyperkinetic Impulse Disorder in Children's Behavior Problems
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Laufer, Maurice W.; Denhoff, Eric; Solomons, Gerald – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2011
A very common cause of children's behavior disorder disturbance is an entity described as the hyperkinetic impulse disorder. This is characterized by hyperactivity, short attention span and poor powers of concentration, irritability, impulsiveness, variability, and poor schoolwork. The existence of this complexity may lead to many psychological…
Descriptors: Attention Span, Behavior Problems, Hyperactivity, Anatomy
Effect of Micronutrients on Behavior and Mood in Adults with ADHD: Evidence from an 8-Week Open Label Trial with Natural Extension
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Rucklidge, Julia; Taylor, Mairin; Whitehead, Kathryn – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2011
Objective: To investigate the effect of a 36-ingredient micronutrient formula consisting mainly of minerals and vitamins in the treatment of adults with both ADHD and severe mood dysregulation (SMD). Method: 14 medication-free adults (9 men, 5 women; 18-55 years) with ADHD and SMD completed an 8-week open-label trial. Results: A minority reported…
Descriptors: Stress Management, Intervention, Quality of Life, Hyperactivity
Not Always Hyperactive? Elevated Apathy Scores in Adolescents and Adults with ADHD
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Torrente, Fernando; Lischinsky, Alicia; Torralva, Teresa; Lopez, Pablo; Roca, Maria; Manes, Facundo – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2011
Objectives: To investigate the presence of apathy symptoms in adolescents and adults with ADHD as a behavioral manifestation of underlying motivational deficits and to determine whether apathy symptoms were associated with a specific neuropsychological profile. Method: A total of 38 ADHD participants (28 of the combined subtype [ADHD/C] and 10 of…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Adolescents, Short Term Memory, Psychological Patterns
Maternal Inattention and Impulsivity and Parenting Behaviors
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Chen, Mandy; Johnston, Charlotte – Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, 2007
This study extends previous research by examining whether maternal inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity are associated with different parenting behaviors. Ninety-six mother-son dyads participated in the study, and the boys ranged between 4 and 8 years of age. Maternal inattention was uniquely and positively associated with mothers' use of…
Descriptors: Attention Span, Child Behavior, Child Rearing, Positive Reinforcement
Self-Regulation of Visual Attention and Facial Expression of Emotions in ADHD Children
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Kuhle, Hans J.; Kinkelbur, Jorg; Andes, Kerstin; Heidorn, Fridjof M.; Zeyer, Solveigh; Rautzenberg, Petra; Jansen, Fritz – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2007
Objective: To test if visual focusing and mimic display as features of self-regulation in ADHD children show a curvilinear relation to rising methylphenidate (MPH) doses. To test if small dose steps of 2.5mg MPH cause significant changes in behavior. And to test the relation of these features to intellectual performance, parents' ratings, and…
Descriptors: Nonverbal Communication, Attention Deficit Disorders, Hyperactivity, Symptoms (Individual Disorders)
The Disruptive or ADHD Child: What to Do when Kids Won't Sit Still and Be Quiet
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Cook, Mary N. – Focus on Exceptional Children, 2005
Successful intervention for severely disruptive children is likely to require effort and collaboration among pediatric mental health specialists, parents, and school staff. Children with severe disruptive behavior disorders usually require follow-up with credentialed pediatric mental health specialists and may need special classrooms, schools, or…
Descriptors: Psychological Patterns, Teaching Methods, School Counselors, Hyperactivity