Essays about: "Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 37 essays containing the words Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

1. 21. The Effects of Mindfulness-based Interventions on Functioning of Children and Youth with ADHD : A Systematic Literature Review

   University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/Högskolan för lärande och kommunikation

   Author : Cristina Pozneanscaia; [2019]
   Keywords : Mindfulness-based Interventions; MBIs; mindfulness; yoga; meditation; Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; ADHD;

   Abstract : Background: Given the incomplete benefits of the pharmacological therapy for ADHD and its over-prescription in children over the last decades, there is an explicit need for alternative treatments. Mindfulness-based Interventions (MBIs) are a family of emergent self-regulation practices including meditation, yoga and body-awareness exercises, found to be an effective therapy for ADHD. READ MORE

3. 22. Variations in Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder medication prescription rates during childhood depending on month of birth

   University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för medicinska vetenskaper

   Author : Sofia Möller; [2018]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : Introduction: Previous studies have reported that there is a seasonal variation in the prevalence of Attention- deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis and medication in among other North America and Europe. The reason for this has suggested being relative immaturity. READ MORE

4. 23. ADHD Through the Lens of Game Design : How Digital RPGs Neutralize the Symptoms of Inattention Amongst Swedish Adults with ADHD

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för speldesign

   Author : Simon Ströberg; [2018]
   Keywords : Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; ADHD; Treatment; Video Games; Game Design; The Delay Aversion Hypothesis;

   Abstract : ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a commonly diagnosed mental disorder with an estimated global prevalence of 5.29% that exhibit inattentive, hyperactive and impulsive behaviors, many of which can negatively impact an individual’s social, academic, occupational and everyday-life. READ MORE

5. 24. Interventions to improve the engagement of children with Attention Deficti/Hyperactivity Disorder in school activities : A  Systematic Review

   University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/HLK, CHILD

   Author : Marika Mesolongiti; [2018]
   Keywords : children; Attention Deficity Hyperactivity Disorder; engagement; interventions; school;

   Abstract : Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder diagnosed from an early age of life by the symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. This systematic review aims to explore the evidence for interventions implemented at school by school staff to improve the engagement of children with ADHD in school activities. READ MORE

6. 25. CAN WE REDUCE THE ONSET AND RECIDIVISM OF CRIME WITH NON-INVASIVE BRAIN STIMULATION? A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF THE EFFECTS OF TRANSCRANIAL DIRECT CURRENT STIMULATION ON RESPONSE INHIBITION

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Fakulteten för hälsa och samhälle (HS)

   Author : Maria Teresa Vaos Solano; [2018]
   Keywords : anti-social behavior; crime; deviant behavior; executive functions; noninvasive brain stimulation; response inhibition; transcranial direct current stimulation;

   Abstract : Deficits in executive functions, specifically in response inhibition (RI), have been reported in antisocial behavior, conduct disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), etc. Individuals with deficits in RI have a high probability to show non-adapted social behavior that can lead to crime. READ MORE