| ADHD has become increasingly prevalent over the past few decades. ADHD affects the executive functions of those who have it, in varying degrees of complexity. Researchers have studied its sources, finding biological and environmental causes. Key executive function deficits associated with ADHD have been identified to involve attention, working memory, processing, inhibition, preparation, and organization. Evidence-based treatments include medicinal, behavioral, and academic interventions. While research in academic classroom settings is abundant, research in music classes has been much less, and research in private lesson settings has been virtually non-existent when compared with the amount of literature in other areas.;The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of piano teachers who teach students with ADHD. Factors investigated included teacher training and professional development, interventions used during lessons and while students practice at home, difficulties experienced by students throughout lessons and/or practicing, and barriers that students or their teachers faced.;The results of the questionnaire give insight into the world of piano teachers who teach students with ADHD and other disabilities. Responses indicated that teacher success stems from knowledge and use of evidence-based interventions, and that students' difficulties in private piano study are similar to those seen in academic classroom settings. |
