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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Training for Adolescents with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Pilot
Irina Landin1, Sean Perrin2, Pia Tallberg1
1Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.
Summary
This study found a dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)-based skills group feasible for adolescents with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Treatment completers showed significant improvements in ADHD symptoms, executive functioning, and emotional well-being.
Area of Science:
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Clinical Psychology
- Adolescent Psychiatry
Background:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder impacting functioning and quality of life.
- There is a recognized need for brief, effective psychosocial interventions for youth with ADHD.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of a dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)-based skills training group for adolescents with ADHD.
- To assess outcomes in a routine clinical care setting.
Main Methods:
- Ten adolescents with ADHD participated in a 10-week DBT-based skills training group.
- Interventions included psychoeducation, mindfulness, and self-regulatory skills.
- Outcomes measured included ADHD symptoms, quality of life, executive functioning, depression, and anxiety.
Main Results:
- Eight out of ten participants completed the treatment with high attendance and satisfaction.
- Improvements were observed from pre-treatment to 12-week follow-up in ADHD symptoms, executive functioning, depression, and anxiety for completers.
- Medium to large effect sizes were noted for improvements in inattention, executive functioning, depression, and anxiety.
Conclusions:
- DBT-based skills group training appears feasible for adolescents with ADHD.
- Significant improvements were observed in completers across symptom domains and quality of life.
- Further research is warranted to confirm these exploratory findings.
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