Rodabough, Tillman B., 1939-Embry, Elizabeth L.Baylor University. Dept. of Sociology.2006-07-302006-07-302006-05-092006-07-30http://hdl.handle.net/2104/4200Includes bibliographical references (p. 39-41).Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of the most common mental illness diagnoses given to children today. While African American children are diagnosed with the disorder at approximately the same rate as Anglo children, they are disproportionately underrepresented in medication therapy programs. This study uses Fishbein and Ajzen's (1975) theory of reasoned action and Ajzen's (1991) theory of planned behavior to explore the factors underlying African American's decision to use medication to treat their child's ADHD. While the theory of reasoned action explains most of the variance in intention to seek medication for a child with ADHD, the theory of planned behavior adds to the explanatory power of the model and causes the effect of race to disappear.v, 41 p.627597 bytes485581 bytesapplication/pdfapplication/pdfen-USBaylor University theses are protected by copyright. They may be viewed from this source for any purpose, but reproduction or distribution in any format is prohibited without written permission. Contact librarywebmaster@baylor.edu for inquiries about permission.Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder -- Treatment.African American children -- Mental health services.ThesisWorldwide access