Inclusive physical exercises for students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) from the Physical Education perspective

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https://doi.org/10.62697/rmiie.v4i3.219

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Inclusion, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, physical exercise, physical education

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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a predominant neurodevelopmental behavioral disorder with diverse symptomatic manifestations. Its most relevant characteristics are associated with inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity in students. The objective of this study was to develop a system of physical exercises with an attitudinal and inclusive approach to promote the development of play-motor coordination among students with ADHD in physical education classes. A qualitative-quantitative case study was conducted using observation, surveys, and document review to characterize the initial state of the object, supported by the triangulation technique. Initial findings reveal limitations in the students' motor coordination and poor methodological and attentional work on the part of the teacher. A system of physical exercises for the development of play-motor coordination was designed using a structural-functional systemic approach and was applied for 15 weeks in physical education classes. The results of the pedagogical intervention in the case studies demonstrate the functionality and effectiveness of the exercise system, which demonstrates its relevance and value.

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2025-08-29

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Chulli-Barahona, J. L., & Maqueira-Caraballo, G. de la C. (2025). Inclusive physical exercises for students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) from the Physical Education perspective. Revista Mexicana De Investigación E Intervención Educativa, 4(3), 55–64. https://doi.org/10.62697/rmiie.v4i3.219

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Vol. 4 No. 3 (2025): Innovación, inclusión y tecnología: Nuevos horizontes para la transformación educativa

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