Developmental deficits in executive functions
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Executive Functions in Developmental Disabilities
I. Definition of Executive Functions. Executive functions are the control functions of the brain. They enable humans to learn, adapt to our environment and live a successful and productive life. They are critical for success socially, academically and vocationally. In many ways, the brain’s executive functions are like an executive in a large business. They include setting short and long-term g...
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عنوان ژورنال: Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology
سال: 1996
ISSN: 0887-6177
DOI: 10.1016/0887-6177(96)83850-9