Interventions to Improve Social Skills of Children with ADHD: A Systematic Review

Kinanti Ananda Arini Sugma; Nadya Alawwiyah; Nida Hasanati

doi:10.59890/ijeps.v3i3.48

Authors

Kinanti Ananda Arini Sugma University of Muhammadiyah Malang
Nadya Alawwiyah University of Muhammadiyah Malang
Nida Hasanati University of Muhammadiyah Malang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijeps.v3i3.48

Keywords:

Social Skills, Intervention, ADHD

Abstract

Social skills are abilities that allow individuals to interact, communicate, and form positive relationships with others. Limited social skills in children with ADHD can affect their interactions in various contexts, including family, school, and community environments. There are 6 journals out of 11 international journals that use game media interventions to improve social skills in children with ADHD. The results of this systematic review found that children with ADHD aged 5-12 years can improve their social skills With game media, children can improve social interactions, offer interactive and fun experiences, and allow children to practice social skills in a safe and controlled environment. Using this intervention method, children can learn while playing because children learn in fun conditions.

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