Date of Award
Fall 5-2-2025
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Major
Expressive Therapies
First Advisor
Siyao Li
Abstract
This literature review explores the potential use of the Patterns of Total Body Connectivity (PTBCs) to support executive functioning in individuals with ADHD. While research of Bartenieff Fundamental’s PTBCs is limited, its impact on EFs, such as working memory, inhibition control, emotional regulation, organization, and cognitive flexibility, remains under-explored. This review aims to synthesize studies on the correlation between PTBCs and executive function, highlighting the potential for movement-based interventions to address executive functioning deficits. It identifies significant gaps in current research, particularly regarding the specific advantages of developmental movement patterns as effective interventions for individuals with ADHD. Additionally, it critically evaluates existing literature on movement-based interventions, such as Pilates and Capoeira, that aim to enhance executive function in ADHD, identifying key components and potential factors for consideration. Finally, this review highlights the need for further research to establish a foundational framework for understanding and utilizing PTBCs to support executive function in this population.
Creative Commons License
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Recommended Citation
Taylor, Natasha A., "Patterns of Total Body Connectivity as Support for Executive Functioning in Individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Literature Review" (2025). Expressive Therapies Theses. 37.
https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/expressive_therapies_theses/37
