Abstract: Attention process deficit was thought to be an important factor in ADHD in the past. Since 1990, new findings were made in cognitive psychology, which emphasized deficit of self-monitor and self-management behind the attention process. This paper introduces the deficit of executive function in ADHD from the way of self monitor of Barkley抯 theory and proposes the new modification method for ADHD children.

Key words: self-monitor, response inhabitation, executive function, attention deficit hyperactive disorder.