ERIC Number: EJ1015282
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013-Aug
Pages: 15
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ISSN: ISSN-1087-0547
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A Novel Group Therapy for Children with ADHD and Severe Mood Dysregulation
Waxmonsky, James G.; Wymbs, Fran A.; Pariseau, Meaghan E.; Belin, Peter J.; Waschbusch, Daniel A.; Babocsai, Lysett; Fabiano, Gregory A.; Akinnusi, Opeolowa O.; Haak, Jenifer L.; Pelham, William E.
Journal of Attention Disorders, v17 n6 p527-541 Aug 2013
Objective: No psychosocial treatments have been developed for children with ADHD and severe mood dysregulation (SMD) despite the significant prevalence and morbidity of this combination. Therefore, the authors developed a novel treatment program for children with ADHD and SMD. Method: The novel therapy program integrates components of cognitive-behavioral therapies for affect regulation with a parent-training intervention for managing recurrent defiant behaviors. It consists of nine 105-min child and parent groups run in unison. A pilot trial was conducted with seven participants with ADHD and SMD ages 7 to 12 who were on a stable stimulant regimen. Results: Six of the seven (86%) families completed the program. Participants showed large improvements in depressive symptoms, mood lability, and global functioning. Milder improvements in externalizing behaviors were observed. Conclusion: Results suggest the feasibility and potential efficacy of the therapy program for children with ADHD and SMD and warrant a larger controlled trial. (Contains 3 tables.)
Descriptors: Group Therapy, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression (Psychology), Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Cognitive Restructuring, Behavior Modification, Outcomes of Treatment, Behavior Problems, Measures (Individuals), Parent Child Relationship, Self Control, Metacognition, Problem Solving, Self Esteem, Verbal Communication, Nonverbal Communication
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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