Technology-Driven Improvements in Attendance for Adults with ADHD

Background: Adults with ADHD often struggle with executive functioning issues, impacting organization, time management, and adherence to schedules, which can affect therapy attendance. Teletherapy, featuring automated reminders, flexible scheduling, and multi-device access, may help address these challenges. This study investigates how these features of the Carepatron platform impact attendance rates in teletherapy for adults with ADHD.

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of teletherapy features in improving attendance and engagement during a 15-week program for adults with ADHD and to compare these results with attendance data from previous in-person therapy.

Methods: Forty-seven participants with ADHD completed a 15-week teletherapy program using Carepatron. Attendance rates during teletherapy were compared to previous in-person data. ADHD subtypes were classified using ASRS. Statistical analyses, including descriptive statistics, paired t-tests, ANOVA, and regression analyses, assessed the impact of technological features on attendance.

Results: Teletherapy features, especially automated reminders and flexible scheduling, significantly improved attendance compared to previous in-person therapy. Automated reminders were most effective for inattentive type, while flexible scheduling benefited combined type. Younger participants showed better engagement despite higher technology proficiency.

Conclusions: Teletherapy features effectively address executive functioning challenges in adults with ADHD, improving attendance and supporting teletherapy as a viable management approach. Further technological enhancements could enhance therapeutic outcomes.

Keywords: ADHD, teletherapy, executive functioning deficits, Carepatron, technological features, automated reminders, flexible scheduling, ADHD subtypes