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Barkley, Russell A.; Anderson, Deborah L.; Kruesi, Markus – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2007
Objective: There is a high risk of vehicular crashes, traffic citations, and poorer driving performance in adults with ADHD. This pilot study examines the value of a new nonstimulant (atomoxetine) for improving the driving performance of adults with ADHD. Method: Atomoxetine (1.2 mg/kg daily for 3 weeks) and a placebo are studied on 18 adults with…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, At Risk Persons, Attention Deficit Disorders, Adults
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Richards, Tracy L.; Deffenbacher, Jerry L.; Rosen, Lee A.; Barkley, Russell A.; Rodricks, Trisha – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2006
Objective: This study assesses whether anger in the context of driving is associated with the negative driving outcomes experienced by individuals with ADHD. Method: ADHD adults (n = 56) complete measures of driving anger, driving anger expression, angry thoughts behind the wheel, and aggressive, risky, and crash-related behavior. Results are…
Descriptors: Control Groups, College Students, Attention Deficit Disorders, Psychological Patterns
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Knouse, Laura E.; Bagwell, Catherine L.; Barkley, Russell A.; Murphy, Kevin R. – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2005
Research on children with ADHD indicates an association with inaccuracy of self-appraisal. This study examines the accuracy of self-evaluations in clinic-referred adults diagnosed with ADHD. Self-assessments and performance measures of driving in naturalistic settings and on a virtual-reality driving simulator are used to assess accuracy of…
Descriptors: Simulation, Attention Deficit Disorders, Cognitive Processes, Hyperactivity