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Peer reviewedMurray, Laura K.; Kollins, Scott H. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2000
A study examined sensitivity to reinforcement in two boys (ages 7-10) with attention deficit hyperactivity using the matching law and evaluated effects of methylphenidate. In the medicated condition, the matching function for both subjects resulted in higher asymptotic values, indicating an overall elevation of behavior rate under these…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Children, Drug Therapy
Peer reviewedGannon, Paul; Harmon, Mary; Williams, Betty Fry – B.C. Journal of Special Education, 1997
A study of a 12-year-old boy with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder investigated the effectiveness of a token economy incentive program implemented in the home setting to increase attention to task while doing homework assignments. Results found the boy's percentage of time spent on-task increased markedly. (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Attention Span, Behavior Change, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedNorthup, John; Fusilier, Iantha; Swanson, Victoria; Roane, Henry; Borrero, John – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1997
A study conducted reinforcer assessments for three boys (ages 7-9) with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder who alternately received either a placebo or methylphenidate. Methylphenidate altered the relative reinforcing effectiveness of various stimuli that are often used in classroom-based behavioral treatment programs, particularly coupons…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Classroom Techniques, Drug Use
Direct linkDuPaul, George J.; Weyandt, Lisa L. – International Journal of Disability, Development & Education, 2006
Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) exhibit significant academic, social, and behavioural difficulties in school settings. This article reviews empirical findings regarding the effects of classroom interventions for students with ADHD. Three major types of interventions are reviewed including behavioural (e.g., token…
Descriptors: Peer Teaching, Hyperactivity, Attention Deficit Disorders, Intervention
