EFFECT OF PERCEPTUAL-MOTOR TRAINING ON COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS, MOTOR ABILITIES AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN CHILDREN WITH ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVE DISORDER

EFFECT OF PERCEPTUAL-MOTOR TRAINING ON COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS, MOTOR ABILITIES AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN CHILDREN WITH ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVE DISORDER

This study aims to Determine the effect of perceptual-motor training on:

cognitive functions, motor abilities, and quality of life in ADHD children.

Thirty children with ADHD from both sexes are enrolled in this study. The selected children are randomly assigned by sealed envelopes into two groups of equal number 15 children for each group. Children in group A (control group) are receiving no treatment. Children in group B (study group) are receiving the perceptual motor training program. Treatment program is applied for 60 minutes three days per week for three successive months. All children will be assessed before and after the treatment program.

Inclusion Criteria:

Age ranged from 8-12 years. Conner's score equal to or more than 65 according to hyperactivity index of conner's rating scale. Able to understand and follow instructions.

Exclusion Criteria:

Surgical interference in lower limbs and/or spine. Musculoskeletal problems or fixed deformities in the spine and/or lower extremities. Cardiovascular or respiratory disorders. Visual or hearing impairment. Receiving medical drugs that can cause confusion or make child less alert.