Mind-wandering in children with and without ADHD.

Matilda Anna Frick Philip J Asherson Karin Cecilia Brocki

Published in: The British journal of clinical psychology (2019)

Spontaneous mind-wandering is elevated in children with ADHD compared to children without a diagnosis. Elevated spontaneous mind-wandering predicts lower working memory, emotion regulation and academic achievement beyond ADHD symptoms, IQ and socio-economic status. Clinicians should consider evaluating excessive spontaneous mind-wandering and targeting it as an important outcome when treating children with ADHD. The MEWS is a valid tool for assessing excessive mind-wandering in children.

Keyphrases

working memory
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
young adults
autism spectrum disorder
palliative care
physical activity
weight gain