APPLICATION OF THERAPEUTIC COMMUNICATION BY A THERAPIST IN CHILD PATIENTS WITH ADHD (ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER) IN INCREASING CONCENTRATION

(Study at the Olan Development Center Sragen Child Development Clinic)

Abstract

Inappropriate care and education patterns for children with special needs can result in delays
and limitations in development, especially in children with ADHD (Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder). One of the causes is the lack of optimality in education,
communication patterns and care between ADHD children and the people around them.
Therefore, this research aims to explain how therapists at the Olan Development Center
Sragen Child Development Clinic apply therapeutic communication to child patients who have
ADHD to increase their concentration levels. The theory used is the theory of stages of
therapeutic communication by Stuart, G.W. This research uses a qualitative descriptive
method. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews, documentation methods.
Meanwhile, the data analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation, and
drawing conclusions. The results of this research show that in the therapy process, therapists
always use verbal and non-verbal communication. Verbal communication takes the form of
commands and praise, while non-verbal communication takes the form of hugs. Next, there is
a therapeutic communication process carried out by the therapist which consists of the
introduction, orientation, work and evaluation stages. In its implementation, lack of complete
facilities and infrastructure, limited time and parents who are less cooperative are the
obstacles experienced by therapists when carrying out this process.
Keywords: ADHD, Therapeutic Communication, Therapist