Executive Dysfunction Among Children with ADHD: Contributions to Deficits in Mathematics

Lauren M. Friedman (), Gabrielle Fabrikant-Abzug (), Sarah A. Orban () and Samuel J. Eckrich ()
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Lauren M. Friedman: Arizona State University, Department of Psychology
Gabrielle Fabrikant-Abzug: Arizona State University, Department of Psychology
Sarah A. Orban: University of Tampa, Department of Psychology
Samuel J. Eckrich: Kennedy Krieger Institute; Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Neuropsychology

Chapter 18 in Handbook of Cognitive Mathematics, 2022, pp 501-537 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Math deficits among children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are well documented, yet little evidence supports a causal link between the ADHD core symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity and poor math achievement. Rather, considerable evidence suggests that ADHD symptoms and cooccurring math difficulties are secondary to deficits in executive functioning. In the ensuing chapter, we discuss executive dysfunction as a potential explanatory mechanism for ADHD-related math challenges. First, ADHD diagnosis and related sequelae are discussed. Next, we review the supporting evidence that links ADHD-related math achievement deficits to challenges with executive functioning. Finally, we review the efficacy of gold-standard treatments (i.e., behavioral interventions, psychostimulant medications) and experimental interventions (i.e., computerized cognitive training programs, direct math instruction) for improving math deficits among children with ADHD.

Keywords: ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder); Math; Academic achievement; Executive functions; Working memory (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-03945-4_40

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