Treatment experiences of children and adolescents with attention‐deficit/hyperactivity disorder

Leggett, Catherine; Hotham, Elizabeth

doi:10.1111/j.1440-1754.2011.02013.x

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“…The enlargement of concentration and assertiveness is thought to be one of the main results of long-term karate 16 . This effect is confirmed too by clinical studies demonstrating positive effects of karate training to improve sustained attention and reduce impulsivity in children with ADHD 20 . The coordination of complex body movements and the adaptation to continually changing exercises sustain top-down cognitive control and decrease automatic behaviours [18][19][20] .…”

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“…This effect is confirmed too by clinical studies demonstrating positive effects of karate training to improve sustained attention and reduce impulsivity in children with ADHD 20 . The coordination of complex body movements and the adaptation to continually changing exercises sustain top-down cognitive control and decrease automatic behaviours [18][19][20] . Complementary, our children attending karate scored better on executive functioning than sedentary children.…”

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Motor and cognitive development: the role of karate

Alesi

Bianco

Padulo

et al. 2019

Muscle Ligaments and Tendons J

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Background: regular physical activity has an effect on biological responses in both muscles and organs that, in turn, alter the structure and functions of the brain. Therefore, this study aims at comparing motor (sprint, coordination ability and explosive legs strength skills) and cognitive abilities (working memory, attention, executive functioning) in children. Methods: 39 children with average chronological age of 9 years were divided in: Karatekas (n=19) and Sedentary (n=20) groups. Their abilities were measured by motor and cognitive tests. Motor skills were assessed through a battery composed by the 20 mt Sprint test, the Agility test and the Standing board jump Test. Cognitive profile was assessed by a battery of tests derived from BVN 5-11, "Batteria di Valutazione Neuropsicologica per l'Età Evolutiva": Visual discrimination test, Reaction time test, Forwards and Backwards Digit Span Tests, Corsi Block-Tapping test and Tower of London. Results: our results reveal significant differences between two groups (p < 0.05). Karate children show better speed times, explosive legs strength and coordination skills. They scored better on working memory, visual selective attention and executive functions. Conclusion: karate exercise training shows global benefits resulting in physiological and psychological gains in children.

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Motor and cognitive development: the role of karate

Alesi

Bianco

Padulo

et al. 2019

Muscle Ligaments and Tendons J

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“…Interestingly, a series of interviews about treatment experiences showed that over half (52%) of parents expressed initial reluctance towards psychostimulants. Once psychostimulants were used by children and adolescents with ADHD, 73% concurrently used other treatments [ 45 ]. These findings indicate that parents are concerned about their children using psychostimulants and are looking for accompanying treatment options.…”

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Do Omega-3/6 Fatty Acids Have a Therapeutic Role in Children and Young People with ADHD?

Derbyshire

2017

Journal of Lipids

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Background Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a debilitating behavioural disorder affecting daily ability to function, learn, and interact with peers. This publication assesses the role of omega-3/6 fatty acids in the treatment and management of ADHD. Methods A systematic review of 16 randomised controlled trials was undertaken. Trials included a total of 1,514 children and young people with ADHD who were allocated to take an omega-3/6 intervention, or a placebo. Results Of the studies identified, 13 reported favourable benefits on ADHD symptoms including improvements in hyperactivity, impulsivity, attention, visual learning, word reading, and working/short-term memory. Four studies used supplements containing a 9 : 3 : 1 ratio of eicosapentaenoic acid : docosahexaenoic acid : gamma linolenic acid which appeared effective at improving erythrocyte levels. Supplementation with this ratio of fatty acids also showed promise as an adjunctive therapy to traditional medications, lowering the dose and improving the compliance with medications such as methylphenidate. Conclusion ADHD is a frequent and debilitating childhood condition. Given disparaging feelings towards psychostimulant medications, omega-3/6 fatty acids offer great promise as a suitable adjunctive therapy for ADHD.

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“…Many of the children of the mothers in this sample were receiving at least one form of treatment for their ADHD symptoms (for many of which it was medication). Multi-modal approaches to treating ADHD are widely agreed to be the best approach to ameliorating symptoms (Leggett & Hotham, 2011). Edwards, 2002).…”

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Mothers of Children With ADHD: Does Employment Help?

Merson¹,

O’Brien²

2012

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The current study examined the experiences of a sample of mothers of children with ADHD. Differences between the single and partnered, employed, and unemployed women on the variables of interest were investigated. The contributions of maternal psychological health, employment characteristics, and the marital relationship to the prediction of parenting behaviors were explored. Moreover, the moderating role of employment characteristics on the relationship between maternal psychological health and parenting behaviors was examined. Results showed differences between the single and partnered women on employment characteristics. Maternal psychological health was found to be predictive of poor monitoring and supervision and inconsistent discipline behaviors. Last, flexibility-benefits used was found to moderate the relationship between maternal psychological health and poor monitoring and supervision behaviors. Implications for clinical work and future research directions are discussed.

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Treatment experiences of children and adolescents with attention‐deficit/hyperactivity disorder

Cited by 12 publications

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Motor and cognitive development: the role of karate

Motor and cognitive development: the role of karate

Do Omega-3/6 Fatty Acids Have a Therapeutic Role in Children and Young People with ADHD?

Mothers of Children With ADHD: Does Employment Help?

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