Examining How Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms Predict Motivation and Research Success Among University Faculty

• In Event: Faculty Identity and Faculty Careers

Abstract

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) has become a more prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder among adults. The symptoms of ADHD may be quite debilitating for adults trying to succeed in the workforce, specifically university faculty. The current study utilizes the Adult ADHD Self Report Scale (ASRS) to examine how symptoms of ADHD can predict motivation and thus, research success among university faculty. Findings show that the ASRS negatively predicted basic psychological needs, which in turn predicted motivation, with amotivation negatively predicting research success. This research provides support that those who report higher levels of ADHD symptoms also report less research success. Interventions that reduce these symptoms will not only benefit faculty with a diagnosis of ADHD, but anyone who reports similar symptoms.

Authors

• Jordan Jaeger, University of North Dakota

• Robert H. Stupnisky, University of North Dakota