Introduction: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder which has a high comorbidity rate with other psychological concerns, including disordered eating. For instance, people with ADHD are at a 3.8 times increased risk for an eating disorder, and people with an eating disorder had 2.6 times increased risk for ADHD. Interoceptive ability refers to one’s […]
A63: Correlation Between Students With ADHD, Reading Scores, and Academic Motivation
Past research suggests relationships exist between students with ADHD, their academic motivation, and academic performance. The purpose of the current study was to further investigate the strength of each of these relationships. The study was conducted using previously collected data from 225 fourth and fifth grade students living in Kentucky. Students were given a reading […]
C86: Impact of Behavioral Therapy vs Medicinal Therapy in Individuals with ADHD
Our focus of research is on the behavioral disorder ADHD. ADHD is a commonly diagnosed disorder in children that, for many years, has primarily been treated with stimulants. There have, however, been new approaches to treating this disorder. With this, our research question is ‘Are stimulant medications or is behavioral therapy more effective in treating […]