Date of Award
Spring 4-30-2018
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Education (MSEd)
First Advisor
Nilda Bayron-Resnick
Abstract
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by a pattern of behavior present in multiple settings that can result in performance issues in social, educational and work settings. Although ADHD is prevalent in children, research has proven that the disorder lasts into adulthood. The current body of literature has also suggested that ADHD symptoms are related to specific impairments with executive functions. This paper will introduce ADHD and provide background information on the disorder. It will also examine current literature on assessment, executive function (EF), feasibility of EF measures, quality of life (QoL) as it pertains to adults with ADHD and explore practical ways to use assessment data. Lastly, this paper will take a look at what future research can further investigate in order to provide a more robust body of literature that looks at the basic executive functions associated with ADHD, assessments that may be of utility outside of the lens for a diagnostician, and the implications that available treatment options have on the improvement of deficits and impairments related to ADHD.
Recommended Citation
Ramirez, M. A. (2018). ADULT ADHD: An Explorative Inquiry into Assessment, Executive Function, QoL, Comorbid Psychopathy, and Practical Application. New York : Bank Street College of Education. https://educate.bankstreet.edu/independent-studies/292
Included in
Disability and Equity in Education Commons, Early Childhood Education Commons, Educational Psychology Commons
Comments
Dual Language/ Bilingual Special and General Childhood Education