Research article summary (published 30 Jan 2008):

"I have always felt different": the experience of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in childhood.

Full Abstract

Childhood attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most important psychiatric problems of our time. This study examined the experience of childhood ADHD within the contexts that are most significant to this age group--home, school, and friendships. The sample included 16 college-enrolled young adults (ages 18-25) with a self-reported history of ADHD. Participants revealed feelings of difference, misunderstanding, and struggle in all areas of their lives (home, school, and friendships). Nurses can use these findings to improve the care and long-term outcomes of children diagnosed with ADHD.

Author information

Author/s: Shattell, Mona M (MM); Bartlett, Robin (R); Rowe, Tracie (T);

Affiliation: University of North Carolina at Greensboro, School of Nursing, Greensboro, NC 27402, USA. mona_shattell(-atsign-)uncg.edu

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

Journal: Journal of pediatric nursing (J Pediatr Nurs), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2008-Feb; vol 23 (issue 1) : pp 49-57

Dates: Created 2008/01/21; Completed 2008/04/17;

PMID: 18207047, status: MEDLINE (last retrieved date: 2/18/2009)

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Adaptation, Psychological Adolescent Adult Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity - diagnosis; prevention & control; psychology Attitude to Health Child Child Psychology Existentialism - psychology Family - psychology Female Friends - psychology Humans

Humans Male Nurse's Role Nursing Methodology Research Questionnaires Self Concept Social Isolation Social Support Southeastern United States Students - psychology Survivors - psychology Universities

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