Concepção de psicopedagogos clínicos acerca dos instrumentos de rastreio para crianças e adolescentes com TDAH

Abstract

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impaired levels of inattention, disorganization, and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity. Individuals with ADHD often struggle with maintaining focus, exhibit disorganization, excessive restlessness, and impulsive behaviors. These symptoms are present from childhood and can impair daily functioning. The general objective of this study was to describe the conception of clinical psychopedagogues regarding screening instruments for ADHD in the city of João Pessoa - PB. Furthermore, the specific objective was to present validated scales for ADHD screening. Using a field research approach, a survey of the instruments used in clinical psychopedagogical assessment was conducted through a structured questionnaire containing questions related to the proposed objectives with 24 clinical psychopedagogues who work with individuals with ADHD. The data obtained were analyzed qualitatively, indicating that most clinical psychopedagogues use psychopedagogical assessment instruments for ADHD with validated scales.