Abstract
Introduction. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by executive functioning (EF) deficits and is associated with sluggish cognitive tempo (SCT) and reduced emotional intelligence (EI). The present study evaluated the mediating role of EF and SCT in the ADHD-EI relationship. Methods. Forty-nine college-aged participants completed self-report measures of ADHD symptoms, SCT, EF, and EI. Participants were remunerated $10 for their participation. Results. Regression analyses demonstrated that ADHD symptoms predicted EI, EF, and SCT (p’s < 0.001). Contrary to hypothesis, neither EF nor SCT significantly mediated the relationship between ADHD and EI. Conclusion. Future research ought to aim to better understand the mechanisms accounting for the impairments associated with ADHD and EI, with a focus on emotion regulation. A better understanding of this complex relationship can lead to more effective intervention strategies for those with ADHD.
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Bradley, Emma
(2024)
"Executive Functioning and Sluggish Cognitive Tempo as Potential Mediators in the Relationship Between ADHD and Emotional Intelligence,"
Undergraduate Research: Vol. 4:
Iss.
1, Article 2.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.58361/2766-3590.1069
Available at:
https://kb.gcsu.edu/undergraduateresearch/vol4/iss1/2