Title Possibilities to lncorporate musical preferences into the complex treatment plan for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder /
Translation of Title Possibilities to lncorporate Musical Preferences into the Complex Treatment Plan for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Authors Ba Tarfi, Mohammed Abdullah Saleh
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Keywords [eng] ADHD, music therapy, dopamine, executive function, flow state, emotional regulation, attention, cognitive fatigue, survey, treatment adherence
Abstract [eng] Abstract Background: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a multifaceted neurodevelopmental condition marked by persistent inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. While pharmacological treatments and cognitive-behavioral therapy are widely used and effective, they are often limited by side effects, variable efficacy, and difficulties with long-term adherence. Objective: This thesis investigates the potential of music therapy—particularly when personalized to individual musical preferences—as a complementary intervention within a broader, multimodal ADHD treatment framework. Methods: A narrative literature review was conducted using PubMed and related academic sources, focusing on peer-reviewed studies published in the past ten years. Additionally, original survey data were collected to explore how individuals exhibiting ADHD traits experience the effects of music in everyday contexts. Results: Findings suggest that rhythmically structured and personally meaningful music can positively modulate dopaminergic activity, support executive functioning, enhance mood stability, and sustain attention. Customized music interventions have also shown promise in promoting flow states, mitigating cognitive fatigue, and improving emotional and social regulation. The survey results echoed these outcomes, highlighting real-world benefits associated with personalized music use. Conclusions: Tailored music therapy emerges as a neurobiologically supported, low-risk, and accessible complement to conventional ADHD treatments. Its integration into clinical protocols may contribute to more holistic and individualized care. Continued research—particularly through controlled, high-quality studies—is essential to further validate and refine its therapeutic role.
Dissertation Institution Vilniaus universitetas.
Type Master thesis
Language English
Publication date 2025