Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Morgan M. Grotewiel, Megan E. Crenshaw, Amelia Dorsey, Elizabeth Street
Summary: Hyperfocus and flow are intense concentration experiences associated with reduced perception of irrelevant stimuli and improved task performance. Hyperfocus has been historically seen as a symptom of ADHD, autism, or schizophrenia, while flow is regarded as an enjoyable experience in positive psychology. Recent studies suggest that hyperfocus and flow may be the same phenomenon viewed from different perspectives.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Neurosciences
Azadeh Kushki, Robyn E. Cardy, Sina Panahandeh, Mahan Malihi, Christopher Hammill, Jessica Brian, Alana Iaboni, Margot J. Taylor, Russell Schachar, Jennifer Crosbie, Paul Arnold, Elizabeth Kelley, Muhammad Ayub, Robert Nicolson, Stelios Georgiades, Jason P. Lerch, Evdokia Anagnostou
Summary: The study discovered associations between social communication abilities and distributed cortical and subcortical networks implicated in social behaviors, language, attention, memory, and executive functions, as well as three data-driven, diagnosis-agnostic subgroups based on the patterns of association in these networks.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hsin-Yi Fan, Cheuk-Kwan Sun, Yu-Shian Cheng, Weilun Chung, Ruu-Fen Tzang, Hsien-Jane Chiu, Chun-Ning Ho, Kuo-Chuan Hung
Summary: This study provides a systematic review and analysis of the effectiveness of electroencephalogram-based neurofeedback (EEG-NF) in treating the core symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adolescents/adults. The results suggest that EEG-NF can effectively improve inattention symptoms, but its effectiveness in reducing hyperactivity/impulsivity remains inconclusive.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Erica D. Musser, Stephanie S. J. Morris, Kathleen Feeney, Rosario Pintos Lobo, Edward F. Ester
Summary: Inattention is a key symptom of ADHD, but the mechanisms underlying it are unclear. More specific approaches are needed to link disruptions in cognitive performance with ADHD behaviors. A pilot study found that even typically developing children did not maximally extract and combine information to maximize rewards in a cognitive task targeting attention selection mechanisms.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Isabella Fioravante, Jose Antonio Lozano-Lozano, Diana Martella
Summary: ADHD diagnosis is a complex process that relies on the DSM-V criteria. This research conducted a clinical report on ADHD diagnosis in children aged 8-13, revealing the importance of appropriate criteria and procedures for effective interventions. The study highlighted significant differences between ADHD and non-ADHD groups based on various assessment scales and DSM-V criteria.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
E. M. Bruxel, C. R. Moreira-Maia, G. C. Akutagava-Martins, T. P. Quinn, M. Klein, B. Franke, M. Ribases, P. Rovira, C. Sanchez-Mora, D. B. Kappel, N. R. Mota, E. H. Grevet, C. H. D. Bau, M. Arcos-Burgos, L. A. Rohde, M. H. Hutz
Summary: This study conducted a meta-analysis to investigate the association between ADGRL3 gene variants and ADHD susceptibility in children and adults, finding significant correlation in children but not in adults. The results suggest that ADGRL3 gene is predominantly associated with childhood ADHD.
MOLECULAR PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mia Moses, Jeggan Tiego, Ditte Demontis, G. Bragi Walters, Hreinn Stefansson, Kari Stefansson, Anders D. Borglum, Aurina Arnatkeviciute, Mark A. Bellgrove
Summary: This study examined three potential endophenotypes for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): working memory function, response inhibition, and reaction time variability. The results showed that higher genetic risk for ADHD was associated with higher ADHD traits, as well as poorer working memory performance and increased reaction time variability. Lower working memory performance, poorer response inhibition, and increased reaction time variability were associated with more pronounced ADHD traits. Working memory and reaction time variability partially mediated the relationship between genetic risk for ADHD and ADHD traits, explaining 14% and 16% of the association, respectively.
MOLECULAR PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Christoph Buehrer, Stefanie Endesfelder, Till Scheuer, Thomas Schmitz
Summary: Paracetamol, commonly used during pregnancy for fever and pain, is suspected to increase the risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder in offspring by about 25% according to epidemiological studies. However, there are still unknown factors and mechanisms that require further investigation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Peng Wang, Xuejing Zhao, Jitao Zhong, Ying Zhou
Summary: In this paper, a random-forest-based method was proposed for the classification and localization of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which achieved more accurate identification results through analyzing MRI data. Experimental results showed that the method performed with higher accuracy in discriminating ADHD patients.
Article
Psychiatry
Dara E. Babinski, Erika F. H. Saunders, Fan He, Duanping Liao, Amanda M. Pearl, Daniel A. Waschbusch
Summary: This study examined the diagnostic indicators, clinical characteristics, and functional impairment associated with adult ADHD using electronic medical records and self-report measures. The results showed a significant difference in prevalence of ADHD between self-report screening and medical records. ADHD was found to contribute to functional impairment even when controlling for other psychiatric comorbidities.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Markus Koelle, Sarah Mackert, Katharina Heckel, Alexandra Philipsen, Martin Ulrich, Georg Groen
Summary: This study found an association between RTV and white matter structural properties of the corticothalamic tract in adults with ADHD, which was not observed in healthy controls.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRY & NEUROSCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Johannes Lieslehto, Jari Tiihonen, Markku Laehteenvuo, Ellenor Mittendorfer-Rutz, Antti Tanskanen, Heidi Taipale
Summary: This study investigated the impact of pharmacotherapy on suicide risk in patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD). The results indicated that ADHD medication may reduce the risk of suicide, while mood stabilizers and antidepressants may increase the risk. The findings suggest that benzodiazepines should be used with caution due to their association with increased suicide risk in patients with BPD.
Article
Pediatrics
Li-Fan Pai, Der-Shiun Wang, Wan-Fu Hsu, Shao-Wei Huang, Chi-Hsiang Chung, Shyi-Jou Chen, Wu-Chien Chien, Der-Ming Chu
Summary: This study found that children with ADHD have a higher risk of central precocious puberty. Early referral to a pediatric endocrinologist for evaluation can lead to correct diagnosis. Early intervention treatment with gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist may improve final height in children with central precocious puberty.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Ronit Saban-Bezalel, Ditza A. Zachor, Esther Ben-Itzchak
Summary: The rising prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has highlighted the importance of early diagnosis and intervention. This study investigated the factors associated with later diagnosis of ASD in children with varying cognitive abilities. The results identified predictors such as cognitive ability, family variables, adaptive behavior, and social impairments. Clinicians should consider these variables when assessing ASD in children.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jung Tae Kim, Kibong Kim, Lin Ang, Hye Won Lee, Jun-Yong Choi, Myeong Soo Lee
Summary: This article describes a systematic review that aims to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture as a treatment for ADHD. The study will conduct literature searches in multiple databases and analyze the selected studies using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Assessment Tool. The findings of this review will be used to support relevant health policies and practices.
Article
Pediatrics
Sara Arastoo, Maryam M. Abdullah, Julie Youssef, Yuqing Guo, Sabrina E. B. Schuck, Wendy A. Goldberg, Joseph Donnelly, Kimberley D. Lakes
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2020)
Article
Pediatrics
Ross D. Neville, Michele A. Nelson, Sheri Madigan, Dillon T. Browne, Kimberley D. Lakes
Summary: Boys' levels of engagement in physical activity moderated the relationship between screen time and changes in behavioral difficulties between the ages of 3 and 5 years. Neither screen time nor physical activity was significantly associated with changes in prosocial behaviors between the ages of 3 and 5 years for either boys or girls.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Ross D. Neville, Ye Guo, Colin A. Boreham, Kimberley D. Lakes
Summary: The study found that children with developmental delays in the first year of life exhibited more behavioral difficulties in preschool, but boys with developmental delays who participated in organized sports showed improvement in behavioral difficulties between ages 3 and 5. However, participation in sports did not have a significant impact on behavioral difficulties for girls, or on prosocial behaviors for boys or girls.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Ross D. Neville, Brae Anne McArthur, Rachel Eirich, Kimberley D. Lakes, Sheri Madigan
Summary: The study found bidirectional associations between screen time and children's behavior problems, especially in terms of internalizing behaviors. Children's externalizing and internalizing behaviors showed different levels of stability during childhood across different stages, while longitudinal trajectories for screen time lacked stability.
JOURNAL OF CHILD PSYCHOLOGY AND PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Franceli L. Cibrian, Elissa Monteiro, Elizabeth Ankrah, Jesus A. Beltran, Arya Tavakoulnia, Sabrina E. B. Schuck, Gillian R. Hayes, Kimberley D. Lakes
Summary: Remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic posed challenges for families, especially for children with ADHD. Smartwatch technology can support children in organizing tasks and schedules during remote learning. Studies show that smartwatch interventions are effective in aiding children's development and providing support for parents, with the potential to assist children and families during periods of remote learning.
Article
Education, Special
Maryam M. Abdullah, Ross D. Neville, Joseph H. Donnelly, Kimberley D. Lakes
Summary: This study explored the relationship between parental depressive symptoms and the sleep quality and physical activity of children with developmental disabilities. Results showed that parents of children with above average sleep disturbances had significantly higher depressive symptoms, as did parents of children engaged in above average physical activity. This study highlights the importance of considering children's sleep and physical activity in supporting children with developmental disabilities for enhanced family resilience and well-being.
RESEARCH IN DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Cybernetics
Elizabeth A. Ankrah, Franceli L. Cibrian, Lucas M. Silva, Arya Tavakoulnia, Jesus A. Beltran, Sabrina E. B. Schuck, Kimberley D. Lakes, Gillian R. Hayes
Summary: This study examines how children with ADHD interpret their own health data and suggests that as they develop more autonomy, smartwatch systems may need alternative data reflection methods that are interpretable and actionable for them.
ACM TRANSACTIONS ON COMPUTER-HUMAN INTERACTION
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Kimberley D. Lakes, Franceli L. Cibrian, Sabrina E. B. Schuck, Michele Nelson, Gillian R. Hayes
Summary: The study highlights the potential of digital health interventions for children and adolescents with ADHD. It provides an overview of the current evidence and identifies gaps and potentials for future research. However, the efficacy of most tools remains limited due to various limitations.
COMPUTERS IN HUMAN BEHAVIOR REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Lucas M. Silva, Franceli L. Cibrian, Daniel A. Epstein, Arpita Bhattacharya, Elizabeth A. Ankrah, Elissa Monteiro, Jesus A. Beltran, Sabrina E. Schuck, Kimberley D. Lakes, Gillian R. Hayes
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted challenges in deploying and managing user studies outside the lab, affecting recruitment, participant involvement, and technology delivery. By changing research design and deployment strategies, researchers can conduct more responsive, flexible, and robust studies outside the lab.
IEEE PERVASIVE COMPUTING
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Ross D. Neville, Catherine E. Draper, Takesha J. Cooper, Maryam M. Abdullah, Kimberley D. Lakes
Summary: The study showed a small positive association between frequency of engagement in physical activity and adaptive behavior, particularly in socialization, daily living, and motor skills among young children recently diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Increased physical activity may play a role in early intervention for children with neurodevelopmental disorders, potentially improving functional outcomes.
MENTAL HEALTH AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Educational
Caterina Pesce, Kimberley D. Lakes, David F. Stodden, Rosalba Marchetti
Summary: This study found that a theory-based intervention in physical education can improve children's quick-temperedness and disruptiveness, as well as enhance their self-control. The results suggest that changes in executive functions may be a cause or correlate of these effects.
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Spyridoula Vazou, Katharine Long, Kimberley D. Lakes, Nicolle L. Whalen
Summary: Integrating movement with academic subjects through programs like Walkabouts can enhance learning and academic achievement by improving cognitive and behavioral control in the classroom, with particular benefits for Kindergarten students.
CHILD & YOUTH CARE FORUM
(2021)
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Cybernetics
Franceli L. Cibrian, Kimberley D. Lakes, Arya Tavakoulnia, Kayla Guzman, Sabrina Schuck, Gillian R. Hayes
PROCEEDINGS OF THE 2020 CHI CONFERENCE ON HUMAN FACTORS IN COMPUTING SYSTEMS (CHI'20)
(2020)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Spyridoula Vazou, Brenna Klesel, Kimberley D. Lakes, Ann Smiley
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Sport Sciences
Kimberley D. Lakes, Ross D. Neville, Maryam Abdullah, Joseph Donnelly
FRONTIERS IN SPORTS AND ACTIVE LIVING
(2020)