A Review and Appraisal of Instruments Assessing Hyperactivity in Children
- 1 February 1979
- journal article
- review article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Learning Disability Quarterly
- Vol. 2 (1) , 9-22
- https://doi.org/10.2307/1510835
Abstract
Hyperactivity is a characteristic often associated with learning disabilities. However, diagnosticians, practitioners, and researchers have been beset by problems related to the definition and measurement of this condition. This article presents an excellent review and appraisal of available instruments for assessing hyperactivity in children. Poggio and Salkind conclude that most instruments have serious flaws that limit their effectiveness in assessment of hyperactivity in children.Keywords
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