| Title | Coaching as a Treatment for ADHD |
| Journal | Journal of Attention Disorders |
| Date | November 2005 |
| Authors |
Sam Goldstein, Editor in Chief, “Journal of Attention Disorders” “Sam Goldstein, Ph.D. is a doctoral level psychologist with areas of study in school psychology, child development and neuropsychology. He is licensed as a psychologist and certified as a developmental disabilities evaluator in the State of Utah. He has also been nationally certified as a school psychologist by the National Association of School Psychologists. Dr. Goldstein is listed in the Council for the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology. Dr. Goldstein is an Assistant Clinical Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry, University of Utah School of Medicine and Affiliate Research Professor of Psychology at George Mason University.” |
| Overview | Author recommends that more research be done on coaching with ADHD. |
| Abstract | At the present moment, therapy is the most popular method of dealing with ADHD. The author critiques the fact that not much research has been on coaching for ADHD. The difference between coaching and therapy is that therapy helps a client deal with painful feelings and negative behaviors. A coach focuses on strategies for the patient to use in order to improve everyday living. By combining coaching and therapy together, the patient benefits tremendously. The conclusion is that more research needs to be done on coaching so that it can become an intricate part in dealing with ADHD. |
| Notable Quote | “Hallowell concluded that the daily lives of individuals with ADHD were dramatically enhanced beyond the benefits derived from medication or psychotherapy when a trained professional was available on a regular basis to provide guidance and consultation.” (Goldstein, November 2005, p. 379) |
| Keywords | Coaching, ADHD, therapy, mental health |
| Section / Program | ADD / ADHD |