Document Type
Thesis
Date of Degree Completion
Spring 2016
Degree Name
Education Specialist (Ed.S.)
Department
School Psychology
Committee Chair
Stephanie Stein
Second Committee Member
Liane Pereira
Third Committee Member
Heidi Bogue
Abstract
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, a neurological disorder characterized by inattentive and hyperactive behaviors, has become increasingly more prevalent (CDC, 2010). Recent research has found associations between this disorder and Caesarean section births (Amiri et al., 2012; Juarez et al., 2008). The current study examined the relationship between C-section birth and self-reported symptoms of ADHD by college students on the Internal Restlessness Scale (Weyandt et al., 2003). Results of the study indicate a significant difference in mean ratings of ADHD symptoms between C-section and vaginally born participants (t = 3.683, p < .000). The current study supports previous findings of a relationship between C-sections and ADHD.
Recommended Citation
Rosas, Breea M., "Examination of the Relationship Between Caesarean Section Births and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder" (2016). All Master's Theses. 299.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/etd/299
Language
English
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