Emily Klose
Hochschule Fresenius Frankfurt am Main, Department of Psychology, Germany
Publications
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Research Article
Poliscience: A Randomized Experimental Study on the Effects of a Standardized Narcotics Identification Card for ADHD Patients in Ambiguous Police Control Situations in Germany
Author(s): Emily Klose*
Background: ADHD in adulthood affects approximately 2.5% of the population. Treatment in accordance with guidelines often involves stimulants that are subject to narcotics regulations. In ambiguous police control situations, carrying these medications can lead to suspicion, seizure, and investigation, despite legal prescription. This study examined whether a standardized narcotics identification card (ADHS-Ausweis®) reduces suspicion and intervention tendencies among German police officers. Method: 74 active police officers participated in a two-armed, randomized online vignette study (ID+ vs. ID-). Standardized control scenarios were evaluated; 11 perceptions and intentions to act (POL-11) were recorded. Analysis was performed using MANOVA and univariate follow-up tests. Results: Compared to the.. Read More»