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Is self-esteem an important outcome in hyperactive children?

C Slomkowski1, R G Klein, S Mannuzza

  • 1Department of Child Psychiatry, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, New York 10032, USA.

Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology
|June 1, 1995
PubMed
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Hyperactive children often experience lower self-esteem and poorer functioning in adolescence. This can lead to long-term challenges, including reduced educational and occupational success in adulthood.

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Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Hyperactivity in childhood is a recognized condition with potential long-term implications.
  • Self-esteem and functional outcomes are critical developmental milestones.
  • The relationship between childhood hyperactivity, adolescent self-esteem, and later life functioning requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the long-term effects of childhood hyperactivity on adolescent self-esteem and functioning.
  • To determine the association between low self-esteem and poor functioning in adolescence.
  • To examine whether self-esteem in adolescence predicts functioning in adulthood.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective study design comparing hyperactive children to matched controls.

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  • Assessment of self-esteem, overall adjustment, educational achievement, and occupational rank.
  • Inclusion of controls for current mental disorder to isolate the effects of hyperactivity.

    • Main Results:

    • Hyperactive cohort reported significantly lower adolescent self-esteem compared to controls.
    • Clinicians judged the hyperactive group to have poorer overall adjustment in adolescence.
    • Hyperactive individuals demonstrated lower educational achievement and occupational rank in adulthood.

    Conclusions:

    • Childhood hyperactivity is linked to persistent low self-esteem and impaired functioning into adulthood.
    • Self-esteem in adolescence is a significant predictor of adult outcomes.
    • Early identification and intervention for hyperactive children may be crucial for improving long-term life trajectories.