Meta-Thinking Educational Program Based on Brain-Mental Simulation: A Novel Approach in Treatment of Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder
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Abed Mahdavi * , Mansureh Hajhosseini , Masoud Gholam-Ali Lavasani , Elaheh Hejazi , Abdol-Hossein Vahabie  |
Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran , abed_mahdavi@yahoo.com |
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Introduction: This study was conducted to evaluate and analyze the educational and therapeutic protocols related to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and develop a comprehensive and effective protocol for individuals with this disorder. Materials and Methods: This study used a qualitative approach, the exploratory model (Qualitative-Quantitative), and a systematic review to provide a complete picture of the sources and existing research. We searched reputable domestic and international scientific databases using keywords related to ADHD educational protocols. Finally, 54 documents were selected as the main sources relevant to the research topic. The content of the collected documents was analyzed using the Wach & Ward content analysis method. The treatment protocol derived from the document review was presented to a group of ADHD specialists and analyzed using the statistical method CVR. Results: The results showed that the modified protocol had high validity, and the CVR index for each protocol goal was higher than the specified value. Finally, our study revealed the meta-thinking protocol based on mental-brain simulation as an effective therapeutic method for children with ADHD. This protocol includes eight coherent and comprehensive therapeutic sessions designed based on meta-thinking, imagery, and mental simulation principles to help children manage and improve their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Conclusion: This research highlights the importance of collaboration between specialists and researchers in developing and enhancing therapeutic interventions for children with ADHD. Endorsing the efficacy of this therapeutic protocol paves the way for its implementation in clinical settings and contributes to the improvement of children with ADHD.
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Keywords: Cognition, Self-Control, Impulsive Behavior |
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Type of Study: Research --- Open Access, CC-BY-NC |
Subject:
Psycology
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