Gender difference in attention deficit disorder of students studying in coastal area schools

The aim of the study is to examine gender difference in the level of attention deficit disorder of students studying in coastal area schools, for which the survey method has been adapted. Random sampling technique has been used for the present study for the selection of sample. The sample of the study includes the adolescent students studying in coastal area schools of Cuddalore and Nagapattinam Districts of Tamilnadu. The Attention Deficit Disorder Scale standardised by R. Gnanadevan etal. (2015) have been used to measure the attention deficit disorder of students. The present study reveals that there is significant difference found between male and female students in the attention deficit disorder. The male students have higher level of attention deficit disorder than the female students. Gender appears to play a significant role in determining prevalence of attention deficit disorder. Proper efforts can be made for the desired care, treatment and progress of the children with attention deficit disorder through collaborated approach involving effective behavioural and educational intervention.