Zihao Zhong, Zhaoxu Zhang, Rujia Zhou, Lan Li, Yantong Liu, Zixian Xiao, Hongyu Wang, Chenmu Li, Dong Li
{"title":"Effects of Physical Activity Interventions on Attention in Adults: A Comprehensive Meta-Analysis.","authors":"Zihao Zhong, Zhaoxu Zhang, Rujia Zhou, Lan Li, Yantong Liu, Zixian Xiao, Hongyu Wang, Chenmu Li, Dong Li","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2746324","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/87565641.2026.2746324","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Attention is a key cognitive function affecting daily performance and health. Physical activity is a promising non-pharmacological strategy, but optimal modalities remain unclear. A systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was conducted. Four databases were searched to January 2026, and standardized mean differences (SMDs) were calculated. Fifteen RCTs (<i>n</i> = 1,217) were included. Physical activity improved attention versus controls (SMD = 0.57, 95% CI: 0.19-0.94). Aerobic exercise ranked highest, followed by resistance training. Exercise intensity, session length, and duration influenced outcomes. Physical activity enhances attention in adults, with aerobic exercise showing relatively favorable effects.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"1-22"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-10-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149197494","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Samaher Jabareen-Taha, Raphiq Ibrahim, Haitham Taha
{"title":"Differential Contributions of Executive Function Components to Antisocial Behavior in Arab Adolescents.","authors":"Samaher Jabareen-Taha, Raphiq Ibrahim, Haitham Taha","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2744152","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/87565641.2026.2744152","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Executive functions (EFs) contribute to behavioral regulation, but the roles of hot and cool EF in adolescent antisocial behavior remain unclear. This study examined 100 Arabic-speaking adolescents using performance-based and parent-rated EF measures and adolescent-reported antisocial behavior. In simultaneous regression, Backward Digit Span was the only significant independent predictor, with better working memory associated with lower antisocial behavior. Supplementary analyses using standardized composites showed that better hot EF was associated with lower antisocial behavior, whereas cool EF explained no additional variance. Findings suggest that EF-antisocial behavior associations depend on EF operationalization and reflect the multidimensional, overlapping nature of executive functioning.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"1-15"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149128453","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Briana N Galindo, Alexandra Hernandez-Vallant, Lisette Gonzalez, Bonnie E Gendich, Onyedikachi U Ebiringah, Ellen S Herbener, Matthew S Phillips, Brian M Cerny, Jason R Soble
{"title":"Childhood Trauma and Cognitive Outcomes in Adults with ADHD vs. ADHD with Internalizing Psychopathology.","authors":"Briana N Galindo, Alexandra Hernandez-Vallant, Lisette Gonzalez, Bonnie E Gendich, Onyedikachi U Ebiringah, Ellen S Herbener, Matthew S Phillips, Brian M Cerny, Jason R Soble","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2738073","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/87565641.2026.2738073","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Childhood trauma can affect brain development, influencing memory and processing speed, particularly in adults with ADHD. A study involving 237 participants investigated how childhood trauma relates to cognition in adults with ADHD and internalizing disorders. The group consisted of 109 with ADHD and 128 with additional internalizing conditions, averaging 30 years old with 16 years of education; 40% were male. Results showed no direct link between trauma and cognitive deficits in processing speed or verbal memory. Premorbid IQ was the strongest predictor, suggesting a protective effect. Future research should investigate long-term trauma effects and detailed trauma assessments. .</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-10-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149117834","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Leandro Borges da Cruz de Deus, Alan Pantoja-Cardoso, José Carlos Aragão-Santos, Heloiana Faro, Danielli Soares Araújo, Sabrina Correia de Oliveira Brandão, Marcos Vinicius Casais Barreto, Daniel Carvalho Pereira, Thiago Teixeira Mendes, Marcela Rodrigues de Castro
{"title":"Test-Retest Reliability and Reproducibility of Executive Function Measures in Community-Dwelling Older Women.","authors":"Leandro Borges da Cruz de Deus, Alan Pantoja-Cardoso, José Carlos Aragão-Santos, Heloiana Faro, Danielli Soares Araújo, Sabrina Correia de Oliveira Brandão, Marcos Vinicius Casais Barreto, Daniel Carvalho Pereira, Thiago Teixeira Mendes, Marcela Rodrigues de Castro","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2729986","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/87565641.2026.2729986","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The goal of the study was to assess the five-day test-retest reliability and reproducibility of measures from the Stroop Word Color Test (SWCT), the computerized Corsi Block-Tapping Test (CBTT), and the Trail Making Test - version B (TMT-B) using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and concordance correlation coefficient (CCC). Coefficients ranging from good to excellent were found in the SWCT (congruent condition: ICC=0.90, CCC=0.81; incongruent condition: ICC=0.91, CCC=0.82) and in the execution time of the TMT-B (ICC=0.87, CCC=0.78). In CBTT, the analyses showed moderate correlation coefficients (number of trials: ICC=0.48, CCC=0.31; simple score: ICC=0.56, CCC=0.38; composite score: ICC=0.47, CCC=0.30).</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-09-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148963943","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Salahddine Zerouali, Hamid Kaddouri, Abdelouahed El-Kamia, Mohammed Bouayad, Smail Alaoui
{"title":"Cognitive Flexibility Deficits in Developmental Dyscalculia: A Robust, Intelligence-Independent Impairment.","authors":"Salahddine Zerouali, Hamid Kaddouri, Abdelouahed El-Kamia, Mohammed Bouayad, Smail Alaoui","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2731213","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/87565641.2026.2731213","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cognitive flexibility deficits are reported in developmental dyscalculia, but their specificity remains unclear. Sixty-four Moroccan fourth-graders (32 dyscalculia, 32 typically developing) completed the WCST-64. A composite Flexibility Z-score was analyzed via ANCOVA, ROC analysis, and Bayesian estimation. The group difference persisted after adjusting for age (adjusted d = 2.23), for working memory and inhibition (d = 2.47), and for nonverbal intelligence (d = 2.54), confirming flexibility-specificity. Diagnostic utility was excellent (AUC = 0.968). The total-sample flexibility-mathematics correlation (rs = -.62) was non-significant within groups, reflecting group separation. The sample-derived cutoff requires external validation.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"1-15"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-09-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148931832","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alexandra P Key, Dorita Jones, Elizabeth Roof, Elisabeth M Dykens
{"title":"Integration of Multiple Social Cues in Williams Syndrome: Neural and Behavioral Evidence.","authors":"Alexandra P Key, Dorita Jones, Elizabeth Roof, Elisabeth M Dykens","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2709120","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2709120","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The study examined whether the social phenotype in Williams syndrome (WS) arises from atypical perception, attention, or executive function. Adults with WS (n=30) and neurotypical controls (n=32) completed a \"Mind Reading\" task requiring integration of facial emotions and gaze direction to infer desirability of concurrently presented objects. Participants with WS succeeded on direct gaze trials but performed near chance when disengagement from gaze direction was required. Perceptual (N170), attentional (P3), and emotional (LPP) neural response patterns were comparable between the groups. The discrepancy between neural findings and behavioral difficulties points to executive function as the contributor to WS social phenotype.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"282-299"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13570436/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148609644","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alexandra Hernandez-Vallant, J Gabrielle Springer, Mira I Leese, Briana N Galindo, Lisette Gonzalez, Nathan T Palladino, Paloma L Reinoso, Devin M Ulrich, Matthew S Phillips, Neil H Pliskin, Kyle J Jennette, Woojin Song, Jason R Soble, Brian M Cerny
{"title":"Adverse Childhood Experiences and Social Determinants of Health Phenotypes Among Individuals Seeking Neuropsychological Evaluation for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: A Latent Profile Analysis.","authors":"Alexandra Hernandez-Vallant, J Gabrielle Springer, Mira I Leese, Briana N Galindo, Lisette Gonzalez, Nathan T Palladino, Paloma L Reinoso, Devin M Ulrich, Matthew S Phillips, Neil H Pliskin, Kyle J Jennette, Woojin Song, Jason R Soble, Brian M Cerny","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2700265","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2700265","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and social determinants of health (SDOH) are associated with increased risk of neurodevelopmental conditions (i.e. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder [ADHD]). Yet, limited research characterizes the presence of these factors in adults seeking evaluation. This exploratory study used latent profile analysis to examine ACE/SDOH phenotypes in 273 adult patients referred for neuropsychological evaluation to rule out ADHD. We identified five profiles: \"minimal distress,\" \"sexual abuse,\" \"higher abuse/neglect/ACEs,\" \"moderate abuse/neglect/ACEs,\" and \"academic/social problems,\" with excellent class separation. Further characterizing ACE/SDOH phenotypes may be critically important for contextualizing neuropsychological findings; however, future research that includes additional indicators of SDOH is needed.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"267-281"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148426055","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cognitive Index Differences on the WISC-IV Among Children with Specific Learning Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, and a Clinically Evaluated Comparison Group: A Cross-Sectional Evaluation.","authors":"Elif Bilge Alimoğlu, Emel Karakaya, Mehmet Okur, Zekai Alper Alp, Veysel Aksoy","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2715553","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2715553","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Children with specific learning disorder (SLD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may show cognitive differences. We compared WISC-IV scores in 130 children aged 7-13 years (32 SLD, 56 ADHD, 42 comparison) and examined associations with parental education. Groups differed in Verbal Comprehension, Working Memory, Processing Speed, and Full Scale IQ, but not Perceptual Reasoning. The SLD group scored lowest, the ADHD group showed an intermediate pattern, and the comparison group scored highest. Parental education was positively associated with all outcomes, whereas diagnostic-group moderation emerged only for Verbal Comprehension. WISC-IV findings should be interpreted within clinical and psychoeducational assessment.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"311-326"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148702608","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kristine Stadskleiv, Maja Knudsen, Sandra Julsen Hollung, Guro Lillemoen Andersen
{"title":"Parental Perceptions of Neuropsychological Assessment in Children with Cerebral Palsy.","authors":"Kristine Stadskleiv, Maja Knudsen, Sandra Julsen Hollung, Guro Lillemoen Andersen","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2694317","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2694317","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Norwegian children with cerebral palsy (CP) are offered regular neuropsychological assessments, but little is known about parental perspectives on the assessments. Survey responses from 181 parents were compared with data in the Norwegian Quality and Surveillance Registry for Cerebral Palsy. Parental satisfaction was not associated with the child's IQ, 94% of the parents considered the conclusion accurate/nearly accurate, and 65% believed that the assessment contributed positively to follow-up. Among 63 children reported by parents as having normal cognition, 62 had normal IQ. Among 55 children parents perceived as functioning significantly below age-expected, 32 (58%) were registered with an intellectual disability.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"253-266"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148347297","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Tiziana Metitieri, Giulia Savoca, Luca Bartolini, Silvia Savazzi, Matteo Lenge, Andrea Bianchi, Elena Procopio, Renzo Guerrini
{"title":"Case Report of Recovery from Cortical Blindness in a Child with POLG1-Related Disease: A Three-Month Follow-Up.","authors":"Tiziana Metitieri, Giulia Savoca, Luca Bartolini, Silvia Savazzi, Matteo Lenge, Andrea Bianchi, Elena Procopio, Renzo Guerrini","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2713513","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2713513","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Recovery from complete cortical blindness is rarely documented in children. We report an 8-year-old with cortical blindness due to POLG1-related mitochondrial disease and status epilepticus. Initial presentation involved complete visual loss for about one month. Early recovery began with conscious color perception, suggesting reactivation of ventral visual pathway functions. Subsequent neuropsychological assessments revealed selective visual impairment, consistent with dorsal simultanagnosia, indicating persistent dorsal pathway dysfunction. These findings highlight differential trajectories of visual recovery after posterior cortical damage and illustrate, in this single case, how metabolic and structural constraints may shape functional reorganization in the developing visual system.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"300-310"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148702508","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}