August 12, 2025

A Comparative Study of Participation in Extracurricular Activities between Children with and without Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.

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Comparative analysis reveals lower participation rates in extracurricular activities for children with ADHD, highlighting key treatment implications.

Children with ADHD show significantly lower participation rates in extracurricular activities, limiting their social interactions and opportunities for enjoyment.
Results indicate that children aged 7-11 with ADHD experienced reduced engagement across various participation domains, with statistical significance (P<0.001).
Assessment using the Children's Assessment of Participation and Enjoyment and Child Symptom Inventory helped evaluate involvement patterns in 55 activities.
Therapists should prioritize including extracurricular activities in treatment plans to address participation deficits observed in children with ADHD.

Malek et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Comparative analysis reveals lower participation rates in extracurricular activities for children with ADHD, highlighting key treatment implications.