Povezanost poremećaja hiperaktivnosti i deficita pažnje s agresivnim ponašanjem u predškolskoj dobi

undergraduate thesis

• Title (english): The relation between hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder with aggressive behavior in preschool age children
• Author: Anja Kozlović
• Mentor: Marija Šarić Drnas (mentor)
• Committee member: Diana Olčar (predsjednik povjerenstva)
• Committee member: Marija Šarić Drnas (član povjerenstva)
• Committee member: Paula Pedić Duić (član povjerenstva)
• Granter: University of Zagreb; Faculty of Teacher Education; Zagreb
• Defense date and country: 2023-09-28, Croatia
• Scientific / art field, discipline and subdiscipline: SOCIAL SCIENCES; Psychology; Developmental Psychology
• Scientific / art field, discipline and subdiscipline: SOCIAL SCIENCES; Pedagogy; Early Childhood and Preschool Pedagogy

Abstract

U ovom radu istražuje se povezanost između poremećaja hiperaktivnosti i deficita pažnje (ADHD) i agresivnog ponašanja kod djece predškolske dobi. ADHD je neurobiološki poremećaj koji se često dijagnosticira u djetinjstvu i karakteriziraju ga hiperaktivnost, impulzivnost i poteškoće s koncentracijom. Agresivno ponašanje, s druge strane, obuhvaća verbalne ili fizičke postupke kojima se namjerno nanosi šteta drugima. Pregledom relevantne literature, istražuje se kako simptomi ADHD-a mogu utjecati na agresivno ponašanje kod predškolske djece. Ovaj rad uključuje analizu neurobioloških čimbenika, učinka socijalnih interakcija i okoline na tu povezanost. Rezultati sugeriraju da djeca s ADHD-om imaju povećanu sklonost agresivnom ponašanju u usporedbi s njihovim vršnjacima. Neurobiološki čimbenici, uključujući disfunkciju određenih dijelova mozga, mogu igrati ključnu ulogu u ovom fenomenu. Također, poteškoće u regulaciji emocija i impulzivnosti kod djece s ADHD-om mogu doprinijeti agresivnom ponašanju. Socijalni čimbenici, kao što su problemi u uspostavljanju prijateljskih veza i komunikacijske poteškoće, također igraju značajnu ulogu. Djeca s ADHD-om često se suočavaju s većim izazovima u socijalnom okruženju, što može dovesti do frustracije i agresivnih reakcija. Čimbenici okoline, poput obiteljskih dinamika i izloženosti nasilju, mogu dodatno pogoršati agresivno ponašanje kod djece s ADHD-om. Odgojitelji igraju ključnu ulogu u razvoju djece s ADHD-om jer su sposobni prilagoditi svoj pedagoški pristup individualnim potrebama svakog djeteta. Također, odgojitelji trebaju surađivati s roditeljima i stručnjacima kako bi razvili individualizirani plan podrške za upravljanje simptomima ADHD-a i poticanje emocionalnog razvoja djece. Zaključuje se da postoji značajna povezanost između ADHD-a i agresivnog ponašanja kod djece predškolske dobi, uz istraživanje neurobioloških, socijalnih i okolišnih čimbenika koji doprinose toj vezi. Razumijevanje te povezanosti ima važne implikacije za dijagnozu i intervenciju kako bi se pomoglo djeci s ADHD-om i smanjilo njihovo agresivno ponašanje.

Abstract (english)

This work aims at exploring the link between attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and aggressive behaviour in preschool age children. ADHD is a neurobiological disorder that is often diagnosed during childhood and is characterised by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and attention deficit. Conversely, aggressive behaviour encompasses verbal or physical actions with the sole purpose of hurting others. The research on how ADHD symptoms influence aggressive behaviour in preschool age children is done by means of study of relevant literature. This work includes an analysis of how neurobiological factors, social interactions and environments contribute to this link. Results suggest that children with ADHD are more prone to aggressive behaviour compared to their non-ADHD peers. Neurobiological factors, such as the dysfunctionality of certain parts of the brain, seem to play a significant role in this phenomenon. Furthermore, difficulties in regulating emotions and impulsivity in ADHD-children can contribute to aggressive behaviour. Social factors, such as difficulties in forming friendships or difficulties in communicating with others, also play a crucial role. Children with ADHD are often faced with bigger challenges in a social environment, which can lead to frustration and consequent aggressive reactions. Environmental factors like family dynamics and exposure to violence can further aggravate aggressive behaviour in children with ADHD. Educators play a key role in the development of children with ADHD because they are able to adapt their pedagogical approach to the individual needs of each child. Furthermore, educators need to collaborate with parents and experts to develop an individual support plan to manage ADHD symptoms and encourage the emotional development of such children. In conclusion, this work shows that there is a significant link between ADHD and aggressive behaviour in preschool age children and that neurobiological, social, and environmental factors contribute to this link. The understanding of this link is paramount for the diagnosis and presents implications for intervention that are needed to help children with ADHD and limit their aggressive behaviour.

• Keywords: ADHD; agresivnost; komorbiditet; rana i predškolska dob
• Keywords (english): ADHD; aggressiveness; comorbidity; early and preschool age
• Language: croatian
• URN:NBN: urn:nbn:hr:147:537201
• Study programme: Title: Undergraduate University Study of Early and Preschool Education; Study programme type: university; Study level: undergraduate; Academic / professional title: sveučilišni/a prvostupnik/ prvostupnica (baccalaureus/ baccalaurea) odgojitelj/odgojiteljica djece rane i predškolske dobi (sveučilišni/a prvostupnik/ prvostupnica (baccalaureus/ baccalaurea) odgojitelj/odgojiteljica djece rane i predškolske dobi)
• Type of resource: Text
• File origin: Born digital
• Access conditions: Open access
• Created on: 2024-01-22 11:09:40