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Didactic Strategies for Inclusion: An Exploratory Investigation of Embodied Practices in the Management of Students with ADHD

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The study explores teachers' practices and training needs related to the management of students with ADHD, with a particular focus on embodied methodologies. The investigation involved 122 lower and upper secondary school teachers through a mixed-methods questionnaire. The findings reveal a widespread perception of inadequate specific training on ADHD and an increasing demand for targeted professional development and practical tools to address everyday educational challenges. Although embodied practices are not yet widely adopted, there is a growing interest in methodologies that integrate body movement, role-playing, and mindfulness to manage behavioral and cognitive difficulties in students with ADHD. This study highlights the importance of supporting teachers through continuous professional development to enhance their ability to address the educational challenges posed by ADHD, promoting an inclusive, body-centered, and relational approach.

Source: Journal of Inclusive Methodology and Technology in Learning and Teaching

Authors: Treglia, Eugenia, Mariani, Anna Maria

Institution: Pegaso University

Language: English

Topic: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Subfield: Psychiatry and Mental health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7215136295

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