Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the context of Parental Attachment styles
PhD Thesis
Thomas, G. 2014. Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the context of Parental Attachment styles. PhD Thesis Canterbury Christ Church University Salomons Centre for Applied Psychology
Authors | Thomas, G. |
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Type | PhD Thesis |
Qualification name | DClinPsychol |
Abstract | The present study investigated parental attachment insecurity, specifically Insecure-Anxious and Avoidant attachment styles, and their relationship to children’s ADHD symptoms of hyperactivity, inattention and aggression. The study used a between subjects, correlational (crosssectional) design and quantitative data was collected using reliable and valid self-report questionnaires. Data was analysed using SPSS 19.0. There were no significant differences in attachment insecurity or attachment styles between parents of ADHD and non-ADHD children. However a highly significant association was found between parental attachment insecurity and child aggression, and a moderate association with hyperactivity. There was no significant effect of attachment style, but the study was underpowered and a larger sample size may have differentiated specific effects of parental attachment style. The study used a largely non-clinical sample, with children who were low risk and significantly less impaired than the ADHD participants. A higher risk population would have potentially brought some of the trends of association between parental attachment and child symptoms to significant levels. The study concluded that parental insecure attachment, specifically Dual/Disorganised attachment style, contributes to the emotional environment that increases risk of child aggression and hyperactivity, however methodological limitations were acknowledged. Clinical implications were drawn and recommendations made for future research. |
Year | 2014 |
Supplemental file | File Access Level Restricted |
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Deposited | 09 Feb 2015 |
Accepted | 2014 |
Output status | Unpublished |
Accepted author manuscript |
https://repository.canterbury.ac.uk/item/87363/understanding-attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd-in-the-context-of-parental-attachment-styles
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