Objective: Impact of speech and language therapy (ST) and occupational/physical therapy (OT/PT) on language and motor skills was examined in hyperactive/inattentive children.
Methods: Preschoolers were divided into those receiving and not receiving ST or OT/PT.
Results: Children receiving ST showed no gains in language functioning relative to those not receiving ST. OT/PT yielded similar results for motor functions. Hours of a service did not predict improvement. However, children who received ST showed improvement in social skills.
Discussion: The apparent lack of benefit suggests the need for further investigation into efficacy of these treatments in hyperactive/inattentive preschool children.
Keywords: ADHD; Occupational therapy; Physical therapy; Preschool children; Speech and language therapy.