Building peer relationships among pre-teens with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Date of Publication

2008

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Thesis Adviser

Roberto Javier

Defense Panel Member

Marshal Valencia

Abstract/Summary

This is an exploratory-descriptive study about peer relationships among pre-teens diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Six ADHD pre-teens were interviewed about their peer relationships. The data gathered underwent Cross Case Analysis comparing the common themes that emerged across participants. Results yielded a number of common themes present among two or more participants. For description of their peer relationships- play, conversation, fight, good treatment, agreement, time, protection for difficulties they encounter in these peer relationships- bullying, hurt feelings, helplessness for strategies with regards to coping with these difficulties- self defense, disregard, divert attention, authority and failed strategies. These themes are discussed and supported by statements made by the participants themselves. Major points that pertained to the extent of negative treatment and the unexpected coping strategies the child uses, as well as the theories this study supports and contradicts, are discussed. Lastly, the important factors that the researchers identified that yield to the results were presented.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU14057

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

112 leaves : ill. ; 29 cm.

Keywords

Attention-deficit disorder in adolescence; Interpersonal relations in children

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