Mindfulness y terapia cognitivo conductual en la regulación emocional de niños con TDAH

Abstract

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects the emotional self-regulation of many school-aged children. This study aimed to comparatively analyze the effects of Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) on emotional regulation in children with ADHD through a systematic review of the scientific literature. The study was conducted using a qualitative paradigm with a systematic review design, applying selection criteria to databases such as Scopus, PubMed, Web of Science, PsycINFO, SciELO, Psicodoc, and Latindex. Studies published between 2015 and 2025 were considered. Twenty studies were selected for the review. The findings showed that both approaches show proven benefits in the management of impulsivity, attention, and emotional control, although with differences in their foundations and methodologies. It was concluded that both CBT and Mindfulness are effective interventions for improving emotional regulation in children with ADHD, and their combined use is therefore recommended.