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We present an overview of life span changes in the core executive function (EF) processes of working memory, response control, and set-shifting/cognitive flexibility—cognitive abilities necessary for the voluntary control of thought and action. Following this review of empirical findings, we describe two basic approaches (viz. representational and componential models) taken to account for EF at various points in development. We then present an integrated developmental model of EF by identifyi...We present an overview of life span changes in the core executive function (EF) processes of working memory, response control, and set-shifting/cognitive flexibility—cognitive abilities necessary for the voluntary control of thought and action. Following this review of empirical findings, we describe two basic approaches (viz. representational and componential models) taken to account for EF at various points in development. We then present an integrated developmental model of EF by identifying features that the three processes should possess based on features already identified across different models, and we review additional empirical findings in light of this integrated model. We conclude by identifying outstanding issues that any comprehensive theory of EF will need to address. » weiterlesen» einklappen

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Psychologie