Effect of a Plyometric Training Program on the Physical Parameters of ADHD Children: Behavioral and Cognitive Consequences

Soukaina Hattabi; Meher Bouallegue; Thouraya Mhenni; Jamel Halouani; Hamdi Chtourou

doi:10.61838/kman.intjssh.4.1.4

Authors

Soukaina Hattabi High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Elkef, University of Jendouba, Tunisia Author
Meher Bouallegue High Institute of Sport and Physical Education, Ksar-Saïd, Manouba University, Tunis, Tunisia Author
Thouraya Mhenni High Institute of Sport and Physical Education, Ksar-Saïd, Manouba University, Tunis, Tunisia Author
Jamel Halouani Research Laboratory, Education, Motricity, Sport and Health, LR19JS01, High Institute of Sport and Physical Education, University of Sfax, Sfax 3000, Tunisia | High Institute of Sport and Physical Education, Gafsa, University of Gafsa, Gafsa, Tunisia Author
Hamdi Chtourou High Institute of Sport and Physical Education, Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5482-9151

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61838/kman.intjssh.4.1.4

Keywords:

Plyometric Training, Physical Parameters, ADHD, Behavior, Executive Control

Abstract

Background: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopment disorder with inappropriate levels of inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity that emerge during preschool-age causing several impairement that should be supported. Objectives: The purpose of this research was to explore the repercussion of plyometric training protocol (PT) on disruptive behavior and executive control among children with ADHD. Methods: Executive functions and ADHD related behaviors are assessed by graded tests before and after a 12-week PT (plyometric training) or NPT (did not perform PT training). Results: Findings show that participation in PT enhances behavior reports by parents and teachers (P < 0.001) and level of executive function (P < 0.001). Conclusions: These findings suggest that PT may improve positively ADHD symptomatology.