Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder causes significant problems in academic, cognitive, social and developmental performance. The purpose of the present study is the effectiveness of working memory training on improving executive functions (attention and working memory) and emotional regulation of adults with hyperactivity disorder. The current research is a semi-experimental research of an intervention type in which a pre-test-post-test plan with a control group was used along with a twomonth follow-up plan. The statistical population in the current study includes all adults with hyperactivity in Isfahan city, among whom 30 people were selected by available sampling method and were randomly assigned to two control and experimental groups. In this research, first, using the self-report questionnaire of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults (CAARS) and clinical interview based on DSM, people with this disorder were diagnosed and among them, 30 people were randomly selected and then randomly 15 people were in the control group and 15 people were in the experimental group. The experimental group was trained for 10 sessions through the working memory training and improvement program. Working memory, attention and emotional regulation of all subjects were eva‎luated before and after the intervention. Also, 2 months after the implementation of working memory intervention, attention and emotional regulation were eva‎luated in all subjects. The results showed that working memory training improved working memory and attention in hyperactive adults, but it did not have a significant effect on their emotional regulation. Based on these findings, the working memory training program can improve executive functions including working memory and attention in hyperactive adults, while it does not improve emotional regulation in them.

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