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Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers

2017

ADHD

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Perceptions Of Diagnosing And Treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder And Complex Trauma In Schools, Megan Gauer-Kloos May 2017

Perceptions Of Diagnosing And Treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder And Complex Trauma In Schools, Megan Gauer-Kloos

Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affects up to nine percent of children in the United States (DuPaul et. al, 2014; Ralph et. al, 2001; Spencer, 2007; Wedge, 2016). Furthermore, 25% of children will also be exposed to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Exposure to ACEs is strongly correlated with negative short-term and long-term effects on a child’s cognitive, physical and mental health, and social-emotional development. Oftentimes these experiences create a neurological shift in children and result in symptoms that align with the criteria for ADHD. As. well as. Complex Trauma. (PTSD- Type II). Many children are first identified with these symptoms and …


Practitioner Use Of Neurofeedback In The Treatment Of Children’S Mental Health, Andrea Markworth May 2017

Practitioner Use Of Neurofeedback In The Treatment Of Children’S Mental Health, Andrea Markworth

Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers

This study explores the use of neurofeedback, also known as EEG biofeedback, by practitioners treating mental health conditions in children. A semi-structured interview with eight practitioners from various disciplines serves as the data source. Content analysis was utilized and data was coded and categorized. Five themes emerged from the analysis of the interview—Neurofeedback Education, How Neurofeedback Works, Neurofeedback Treatment Structure, Conditions Treated, and Feedback. These findings are in alignment with the existing literature. Specific conditions identified are attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, and autism spectrum disorder. Neurofeedback may improve symptomology in these conditions as well as others. Implications for …