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Abraham, Antony D.; Cunningham, Christopher L.; Lattal, K. Matthew – Learning & Memory, 2012
Methylphenidate (MPH, Ritalin) is a norepinephrine and dopamine transporter blocker that is widely used in humans for treatment of attention deficit disorder and narcolepsy. Although there is some evidence that targeted microinjections of MPH may enhance fear acquisition, little is known about the effect of MPH on fear extinction. Here, we show…
Descriptors: Animals, Attention Deficit Disorders, Patients, Drug Therapy
Abikoff, Howard – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2009
Behavioral interventions have demonstrated clinical utility in improving the behavior of children with ADHD, especially in specialized therapeutic milieus (Pelham et al., 2000). Improvements in children's target behaviors often occur in the treatment settings where contingencies are in place and delivered consistently. However, generalization of…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Generalization, Hyperactivity, Intervention
Chuang, Tsung-Yen; Lee, I-Ching; Chen, Wen-Chih – Online Submission, 2010
ADHD or ADD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is one of the most frequently diagnosed mental and behavioral disorders of children. Children with ADHD are characterized by poor attention and distractibility and/or hyperactive and impulsive behaviors. Although there is no "cure" for ADHD, there are accepted treatments that…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Child Behavior, Attention Span
Swanson, James; Arnold, L. Eugene; Kraemer, Helena; Hechtman, Lily; Molina, Brooke; Hinshaw, Stephen; Vitiello, Benedetto; Jensen, Peter; Steinhoff, Ken; Lerner, Marc; Greenhill, Laurence; Abikoff, Howard; Wells, Karen; Epstein, Jeffery; Elliott, Glen; Newcorn, Jeffrey; Hoza, Betsy; Wigal, Timothy – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2008
Objective: To review the primary and secondary findings from the Multimodal Treatment study of ADHD (MTA) published over the past decade as three sets of articles. Method: In a two-part article--Part I: Executive Summary (without distracting details) and Part II: Supporting Details (with additional background and detail required by the complexity…
Descriptors: Stimulants, Behavior Modification, Attention Deficit Disorders, Program Effectiveness
Swanson, James; Arnold, L. Eugene; Kraemer, Helena; Hechtman, Lily; Molina, Brooke; Hinshaw, Stephen; Vitiello, Benedetto; Jensen, Peter; Steinhoff, Ken; Lerner, Marc; Greenhill, Laurence; Abikoff, Howard; Wells, Karen; Epstein, Jeffery; Elliott, Glen; Newcorn, Jeffrey; Hoza, Betsy; Wigal, Timothy – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2008
Objective: To review and provide details about the primary and secondary findings from the Multimodal Treatment study of ADHD (MTA) published during the past decade as three sets of articles. Method: In the second of a two part article, we provide additional background and detail required by the complexity of the MTA to address confusion and…
Descriptors: Stimulants, Behavior Modification, Attention Deficit Disorders, Program Effectiveness
Bramham, Jessica; Young, Susan; Bickerdike, Alison; Spain, Deborah; McCartan, Denise; Xenitidis, Kiriakos – Journal of Attention Disorders, 2009
Objective: A brief cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) group intervention was designed to treat comorbid anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem and self-efficacy in adults with ADHD. It was hypothesised that participants would gain knowledge about ADHD, experience a reduction in comorbid symptoms, and benefit from the supportive aspect of group…
Descriptors: Control Groups, Intervention, Self Efficacy, Attention Deficit Disorders
Verduin, Timothy L.; Abikoff, Howard; Kurtz, Steven M. S. – Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, 2008
This case study illustrates a behavioral treatment of "Peter," a 4-year-old male with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and oppositional defiant disorder. Multiple evidence-based treatment procedures were implemented, affording the opportunity to explore issues common to the clinical application of empirically supported…
Descriptors: Report Cards, Hyperactivity, Contingency Management, Attention Deficit Disorders
Johnston, Charlotte; Hommersen, Paul; Seipp, Carla – Behavior Therapy, 2008
One-hundred nine mothers of 5- to 12-year-old boys with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) participated. Mothers read case descriptions of boys with ADHD and of boys with both ADHD and oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). Half of the mothers were randomly assigned to read descriptions of behavioral parent training and half to read…
Descriptors: Hyperactivity, Attention Deficit Disorders, Mother Attitudes, Drug Therapy
Fabiano, Gregory A.; Pelham, William E., Jr.; Gnagy, Elizabeth M.; Burrows-MacLean, Lisa; Coles, Erika K.; Chacko, Anil; Wymbs, Brian T.; Walker, Kathryn S.; Arnold, Fran; Garefino, Allison; Keenan, Jenna K.; Onyango, Adia N.; Hoffman, Martin T.; Massetti, Greta M.; Robb, Jessica A. – School Psychology Review, 2007
Currently behavior modification, stimulant medication, and combined treatments are supported as evidence-based interventions for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in classroom settings. However, there has been little study of the relative effects of these two modalities and their combination in classrooms. Using a within-subject design, the…
Descriptors: Stimulants, Student Behavior, Hyperactivity, Behavior Modification
Shillingford, Margaret Ann; Lambie, Glenn W.; Walter, Sara Meghan – Professional School Counseling, 2007
Attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent diagnostic disorder for many students, which correlates with negative academic, social, and personal consequences. This article presents an integrative, cognitive-behavioral, systemic approach that offers behaviorally based interventions for professional school counselors to support…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, School Counselors, Attention Deficit Disorders, Cognitive Restructuring
Murray, Desiree W.; Rabiner, David; Schulte, Ann; Newitt, Kristy – Child & Youth Care Forum, 2008
This study examined the feasibility and integrity of a daily report card (DRC) intervention in a small sample of randomly assigned elementary students with previously diagnosed ADHD and classroom impairment. In order to enhance implementation, a conjoint behavioral consultation approach was used in which parents were engaged as active participants…
Descriptors: Report Cards, Intervention, Effect Size, Teaching Methods
Findling, Robert L.; Newcorn, Jeffrey H.; Malone, Richard P.; Waheed, Ayesha; Prince, Jefferson B.; Kratochvil, Christopher J. – Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 2007
A 9-year-old boy presents for assessment and treatment of his reactive, impulsive aggressive behavior that has been present for approximately 2 years. Six months ago, his pediatrician started treatment with OROS methylphenidate (MPH), which was titrated to 36 mg/day. There was moderate improvement in symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity…
Descriptors: Hyperactivity, Aggression, Attention Deficit Disorders, Drug Therapy

Frazier, Monique R.; Merrell, Kenneth W. – Education and Treatment of Children, 1997
Reviews practical issues involved in the behavioral treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Traditional treatment strategies, non-behavioral treatment approaches and their efficacy, behavioral methods of treatment, and best treatment practices are outlined. A summary sheet of treatment methods and best treatment practices is…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Children, Hyperactivity

Barabasz, Arreed; Barabasz, Marianne – Child Study Journal, 2000
Presents details of Instant Alert Hypnosis procedure as an adjunct to neurotherapy in the treatment of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Discusses AD/HD diagnostic issues, demographics, traditional treatments, neurological basis, EEG assessment, implications for the use of hypnosis, and the efficacy and promise of neurotherapy with and…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Children, Electroencephalography

Anderson, Kathryn; Barabasz, Marianne; Barabasz, Arreed; Warner, Dennis – Child Study Journal, 2000
Tested use of instant alert hypnosis on 16 children diagnosed with attention deficit disorder. Found that EEG beta-theta ratio means were significantly higher in trials of neurotherapy combined with alert hypnosis than neurotherapy alone. Beta was significantly enhanced, whereas theta was inhibited. Identified improved treatment efficacy and…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Children, Electroencephalography