Nelson Oliva, Diego Benedikt (2023) University Students with ADHD – The Impact of Executive Functions on Self-Regulated Learning Strategies. Master thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
Going to university represents a time of major challenges and adjustments for many students. In particular, students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) experience pronounced difficulties reflected in lower academic performance. Diminished executive functions (EFs) and self-regulated learning (SRL) strategies are also common observations in students with ADHD. To understand the mechanisms and reasons for their academic difficulties better, this study takes a closer look at these variables, postulating that EFs have a considerable influence on the way that ADHD symptoms affect SRL. Students from a Dutch university (N = 215) rated their level of ADHD symptoms and executive functioning, and their use of SRL strategies. The results indicated that ADHD was related to lower scores regarding only certain components of EFs and SRL. Moreover, the results provided some support for the influential role of EFs in the relationship between ADHD and SRL. Expected links between EFs and SRL strategies were also found. Overall, the findings highlighted two EFs (Strategic Planning and Motivational Drive) and two SRL factors (Self-Regulation and Value), in particular, that emerged repeatedly in significant results. In accordance with these factors, methods are proposed that could improve the functioning of SRL and EF, ameliorate ADHD symptoms, and ultimately result in better adjustment and performance in the university context.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Master) |
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| Supervisor name: | Groen, Y. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | Clinical Neuropsychology (CN) [Master Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 05 Jul 2023 14:37 |
| Last Modified: | 05 Jul 2023 14:37 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/2207 |
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