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The Use of Homework Success for a Child With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Predominantly Inattentive Type
Clinical Case Studies
  • David Reitman, Nova Southeastern University
  • Alexis Resnick
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-1-2010
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Abstract/Excerpt

This case study describes use of the Homework Success Program (HSP) for a child with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), predominantly inattentive type. Larry, an 8-year-old boy, presented with homework-related difficulties, including difficulty “focusing” and “sustaining attention,” becoming “easily distracted,” spending 3 to 4 hr per night on homework, forgetting to bring home books, and inconsistently writing down assignments in his planner.Treatment with the HSP included a seven-session intervention with a 1- and 7-month follow-up,which resulted in parent-reported improvements in Larry’s homework performance, homework completion time, and the percentage of homework completed. Parental satisfaction with the program was noted. Results of treatment revealed minimal change in teacher-reported academic performance. Recommendations for successful implementation of the HSP are provided.

DOI
10.1177/1534650110391653
Citation Information
David Reitman and Alexis Resnick. "The Use of Homework Success for a Child With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Predominantly Inattentive Type" Clinical Case Studies Vol. 10 Iss. 1 (2010) p. 23 - 36 ISSN: 1534-6501
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/david-reitman/27/