Researcher ORCID Identifier

0009-0001-4317-8023

Graduation Year

2024

Document Type

Open Access Senior Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts

Department

Psychology

Reader 1

Ted Bartholomew

Reader 2

Heejung Park

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Abstract

This thesis investigates the influence of collectivistic and individualistic cultural values on the treatment preferences and efficacy for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults. Drawing upon theories like Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions and Markus and Kitayama's concept of Independent and Interdependent Selves, it examines how cultural norms shape perceptions and management strategies for ADHD. The study uses a mixed-methods approach, incorporating quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews with a diverse sample of adults diagnosed with ADHD. We hypothesize that there will be a preference for Western medicine among individualistic cultures and traditional remedies among collectivistic cultures. It also expects to find that individuals from collectivistic cultures will demonstrate higher adherence to and effectiveness of traditional treatments and those from individualistic to Western treatments. The research underscores the role of cultural beliefs in shaping treatment outcomes and emphasizes the need for culturally sensitive approaches to managing ADHD. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of ADHD as a multifaceted condition, advocating for personalized treatment strategies that are culturally congruent and effective for adults globally.

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