Executive function, attention deficit hyperactivity symptoms and theory of mind in young adults with learning disorders.

IF 1.6 4区心理学 Q4 CLINICAL NEUROLOGY

Applied Neuropsychology-Adult Pub Date : 2026-10-15 DOI:10.1080/23279095.2026.2747826

Malik M Alrefaei

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Abstract

This study positions ADHD symptoms as a mediating variable to investigate the potential relationships among executive function, ADHD symptoms, and Theory of Mind. The sample included 160 college students (100 men, 60 women) aged 22-25 (M = 24.80, SD = 1.01). All participants with LD were evaluated prior to entering higher education and were diagnosed with dyslexia (n = 60), dysgraphia (n = 60), and difficulties in executive functioning (n = 40). 100 participants stated having been also diagnosed with ADHD. The results indicated that Executive function exerts a negative and statistically significant effect on attention deficit hyperactivity symptoms (Path a). In turn, attention deficit hyperactivity symptoms showed a negative and significant predictive impact on theory of mind (Path b). The overall effect of Executive function on theory of mind was statistically significant (Path c). After including the mediating variable in the model, the direct effect of Executive function decreased, but remained statistically significant (Path c'). Finally, the analysis based on 5,000 bootstrapping samples confirmed the statistical significance of the indirect effect.

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Applied Neuropsychology-Adult CLINICAL NEUROLOGY-PSYCHOLOGY

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4.50

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11.80%

发文量

134

期刊介绍： pplied Neuropsychology-Adult publishes clinical neuropsychological articles concerning assessment, brain functioning and neuroimaging, neuropsychological treatment, and rehabilitation in adults. Full-length articles and brief communications are included. Case studies of adult patients carefully assessing the nature, course, or treatment of clinical neuropsychological dysfunctions in the context of scientific literature, are suitable. Review manuscripts addressing critical issues are encouraged. Preference is given to papers of clinical relevance to others in the field. All submitted manuscripts are subject to initial appraisal by the Editor-in-Chief, and, if found suitable for further considerations are peer reviewed by independent, anonymous expert referees. All peer review is single-blind and submission is online via ScholarOne Manuscripts.