Investigated with 18 hyperactive boys (5 to 12 years old) and 18 controls were the effects of methylphenidate on a number of objective measures of activity level and attention on three repeated occasions in four types of settings: free play, movie viewing, testing, and restricted play periods. (Author/SBH)

Assertions that television (Sesame Street in particular) produces hyperactivity, impulsivity, disorganized behavior, and shortened attention spans in pre-school children were investigated. No evidence was found that rapid television pacing has an immediate negative impact on behavior of preschool children. (Author/STS)

Results of a study involving control, learning disabled, and attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity (ADD-H) children (14 per group, aged 8-10 years) revealed that LD and ADD-H Ss habituated more rapidly, but they also encoded fewer aspects of the stimulus field than control Ss. (CL)

The elementary educator must be aware of the major aspects of hyperactivity and drug therapy to meet the multiple needs of hyperactive students. This article discusses hyperactivity, its effects on learning and behavior, its diagnosis, its treatment, and the school's role. (CB)

A review of research focuses on the history of the syndrome of hyperactivity (including challenges to the disorder's existence) and describes findings from 16 follow-up studies. It is concluded that no study has been able to convincingly discredit hyperactivity as the syndrome is currently diagnosed. (CL)

A discussion of the various modes of expression of attention deficit disorder (ADD) and hyperactivity in multiply disabled children is presented. Medical, behavioral, and educational management are discussed. The authors conclude that an integrated, developmental approach utilizing team management produces the most favorable outcome in this group.…

Research and research needs on the peer relationships of hyperactive children are reviewed. Among topics studied are negative perceptions by peers and disruptive classroom behavior. Topics which need to be addressed include effects of age, sex, and cognitive deficits on relations. (CL)

Three rating scales--the Conners Parent-Teacher Questionnaire, the Queensland Teacher Questionnaire, and the Pittsburg Adjustment Scale--were used to assess the prevalence of hyperactivity among 1908 elementary children. Rates varied from 5 percent to 8.9 percent, with the overlap going 3.5 percent and the sum of those identified 12 percent. (CL)

Five of 10 paraprofessionals completing training in the administration and scoring of tests to identify dyslexia and hyperkinesis were judged extremely proficient as psychoeducational technicians. Such training appeared feasible, cost effective, and helpful in allowing professionals more time for diagnosis, counseling, and prescribing appropriate…

Analysis of teacher ratings, referral, and special education placement data on 74 hyperactive and 101 control Ss revealed that hyperactive Ss were more likely to be served by special education than control Ss. Aggression among hyperactive but not control Ss was associated with receiving services. (CL)

Five hyperactive primary and intermediate students were taught biofeedback techniques designed to elevate finger temperature. Ss learned to raise their temperature and were observed to decrease hyperactive type behaviors while increasing attention to academic tasks. (CL)

This study compared performance on the Word Recognition Inventory of eight students in grades 1-4 with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder either receiving medication or not receiving medication. The study found no significant differences between the two groups in word recognition. A review of the literature is attached. Appended are the…

Investigated relationships between behavioral and cognitive impulsivity in children. Cognitive style was not predicted by classroom behavior, indicating that it may be a relatively independent dimension. (DP)