Published date:Mar 27 2025

Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences

Issue title: The 3rd International Conference of Applied Psychology on Humanity (ICAP-H)

Pages:281 - 295

DOI: 10.18502/kss.v10i7.18334

Cahyaning SuryaningrumFaculty of Psychology, University of Muhammadiyah Malang, Indonesia

Kresna Hadi Soetjiptokrisnahads@gmail.comFaculty of Psychology, University of Muhammadiyah Malang, Indonesia

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children manifests as impulsivity, inattention, and hyperactivity, disrupting developmental expectations. Genetic and environmental factors contribute to the condition, potentially impacting a child’s ability to focus on tasks. This study investigates the effectiveness of Behavioral Play Therapy (BPT) in improving attention span in children diagnosed with ADHD. The intervention was designed using a single-case experiment method, focusing on a seven-year-old boy with ADHD, diagnosed based on DSM-5-TR criteria. The therapy utilized structured play activities to help the subject concentrate on tasks of varying difficulty levels. The intervention’s impact was measured through a pre- and post-intervention attention span assessment, with results indicating significant improvements. Before the therapy, the subject’s average attention span was 9 seconds, increasing to 39 seconds after therapy and 1 minute and 47 seconds during follow-up. These findings highlight the potential of BPT in improving attention in children with ADHD, supporting cognitive and behavioral development. Parental involvement and education also played a crucial role in maintaining these improvements post-intervention. The study concludes that BPT offers a promising approach to managing ADHD symptoms, providing children with skills to enhance their focus and task completion. 

Keywords: ADHD, attention, behavior, play, therapy

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