A review of research on the relationship between behavior disorders and allergy and food additives. (CM)

Findings suggested that the pattern of amphetamine induced changes in cognition is generally similar in normal and hyperactive children, and that differences that do appear involve components of cognition that distinguish these children in the undrugged state (semantic processing, organization in recall, and free retrieval of information).…

The literature on two forms of muscle relaxation training (electro-myographic (EMG) biofeedback and progressive muscle relaxation) with learning disabled and hyperkinetic children is reviewed and the authors' own study is discussed. (Author/PHR)

Article examines issues and attitudes concerning methods of dealing with hyperactive students. (RW)

Develops an analysis of what is known about the etiology of hyperkinesis and what is known about the use of stimulant drugs for its treatment. Points out the ambiguities and confusions in diagnosis and treatment calling for an examination of the social and ideological influences upon the medical diagnosis and treatment of hyperkinesis. (Editor/RK)

Available from: Journal of Pediatric Psychology, Child Study Center, 1100 N.E. 13th Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73117. Reviewed is selected literature concerning conditions other than minimal brain dysfunction which may have hyperactivity as a symptom, and presented are case studies of two 5-year-old children with hyperactivity associated with…

This article uses a question-answer format to present information for parents on dyslexia and attention deficit disorders (ADD). Information includes typical behaviors and skills of children with dyslexia or ADD, how parents can help their children, and the use of medication to control hyperactivity. (KB)

Uses "travel itinerary" structure to provide advice on teaching children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Covers such areas as consulting the experts, "landing without frustration" (modifying assignments and materials to match learning styles and abilities), "mapping and orientation" (providing…

Purposes of the study were to determine the type and format of information pediatricians receive from schools regarding diagnosis and treatment of Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), their preferences for this information, and their opinions on referral rates and treatment. The majority of pediatricians believe schools overrefer and…

Tasks assessing perception of auditory temporal and nontemporal cues were administered to children with reading disorders (RD) with or without attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or with ADHD alone. The presence of RD was associated only with a deficit in detection of a tone onset time synchrony. The presence of ADHD was associated with a…

Examines the relationships between parenting styles and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), utilizing a sample of Iranian parents of children with and without ADHD. Results indicate significant relationships between ADHD and parenting styles. There is a negative relationship between having an ADHD child and applying authoritative…

This article provides a rationale for school social workers to be knowledgeable about empirically validated family approaches for treatment for ADHD. The literature is reviewed and organized according to theoretical framework and developmental stage of the child. The authors critique the literature and offer suggestions for further research and…

Compared 29 children with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), 21 emotionally disturbed (ED) children, and control (CO) group of 20 nonproblem children using 12 subtests of Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Revised and Stroop Color and Word Test. Results showed CO group superior to ADHD and ED groups and ED group superior to ADHD…

Compared peer appraisals of hyperactive boys (N=40) after taking either placebo or 0.3 mg/kg or 0.6 mg/kg methylphenidate (Retaline). Found methylphenidate enhanced social standing but did not normalize peer appraisals. Found marked inter-individual variability in medication response. (Author/CM)