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Test of Gross Motor Development 2 (TGMD-2) for Motor Skills in ADHD with Speech Delay

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent mental health condition in children, often accompanied by multiple concurrent disorders. This study explores the effectiveness of the Test of Gross Motor Development 2 (TGMD-2) in improving motor skills among children with ADHD and Speech Delay. Using a single-subject A research design, we evaluated six core motor skills outlined by TGMD-2: Running, Galloping, Hopping, Leaping, Horizontal Jumping, and Sliding. Our findings reveal that TGMD-2 exercises a positive influence on motor skill proficiency in children with ADHD and Speech Delay. The study confirms that TGMD-2 can significantly enhance motor skills in children with ADHD and Speech Delay, which may contribute to better academic performance and social integration. Clinicians should integrate TGMD-2 in early interventions, while policymakers advocate for supporting resources. Future research must explore the long-term impact of motor skill development on cognitive, social outcomes, and underlying neurobiological mechanisms.

Source: KnE Social Sciences

DOI: 10.18502/kss.v10i7.18305

Authors: Ahmad Syahru Mubarok Harisman, Lokananta Teguh Hari Wiguno, Herdhika Ayu Retno Kusumasari, Laras Putri Gamagitta, Anditri Weningtyas

Institutions: State University of Malang, University of Brawijaya

Language: English

Topic: Children's Physical and Motor Development

Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Universitas Negeri Malang