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[Self-esteem in children with attention disorders].
Salud Publica De Mexico
|November 1, 1989
Summary
Children with attention deficit disorder often have low self-esteem. Treatment programs should address self-esteem for better rehabilitation outcomes in attention deficit disorder patients.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Context:
- Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is frequently associated with insecurity and diminished self-esteem in children.
- Understanding the interplay between ADD and self-esteem is crucial for effective therapeutic interventions.
Purpose:
- To investigate the relationship between attention deficit disorder and self-esteem levels in children.
- To compare self-esteem scores among children with ADD (treated and untreated) and a control group.
Summary:
- The study utilized the Coopersmith Self-Esteem Inventory to assess self-esteem in three groups: untreated ADD children (N=20), perceptually treated ADD children (N=20), and a control group (N=292).
- Significant differences in self-esteem were observed across the groups.
- Children with attention deficit disorder, particularly those untreated, exhibited a tendency towards lower self-esteem scores.
Impact:
- Findings underscore the importance of incorporating self-esteem assessment and enhancement into treatment plans for children with attention deficit disorder.
- Addressing self-esteem can potentially improve rehabilitation success and overall well-being in pediatric populations with ADD.