M Bechara, J Lahoud, F Lebnen, M Abboud, N Nahas, N Angeard
{"title":"Developmental Trajectories of Theory of Mind in Lebanese Children Aged 3 to 11: Adaptation and Preliminary Evaluation of the Arabic Version of Battery for Children-Theory of Mind (ABC-TOM).","authors":"M Bechara, J Lahoud, F Lebnen, M Abboud, N Nahas, N Angeard","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2668021","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2668021","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>No research has explored Theory of Mind (ToM) development in Lebanon, a culturally diverse country that defies the East-West dichotomy. This pilot study aims to adapt a ToM tool for Lebanese children, while examining age-related trends, developmental sequencing, and parental cultural influences. Forty-six children aged 3-11 years, completed the ABC-TOM and standard tasks. Parents completed an Individualism-Collectivism Scale. The internal consistency of the ABC-TOM was correct for the total and cognitive subscales, but questionable for the affective subscale, with good convergent validity with standard measures. An earlier acquisition of knowledge access was observed, with age-related variations. Sequencing patterns also varied according to parental individualism-collectivism. Overall, findings support the ABC-TOM's use and underscore the role of individual-level environmental factors in ToM development.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"169-189"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147823070","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}
Ömer Başay, Ahmet Büber, Hande Şenol, Bürge Kabukçu Başay
{"title":"ADHD Prevalence in Turkish Preschoolers: Comorbidity and Associated Factors.","authors":"Ömer Başay, Ahmet Büber, Hande Şenol, Bürge Kabukçu Başay","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2675347","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2675347","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This two-stage cross-sectional study investigated the prevalence, subtypes, and associated factors of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) among Turkish preschool children. Preschool children attending randomly selected kindergartens in Denizli, Türkiye, were screened using parent and teacher forms of the Turgay DSM-IV Disruptive Disorders Screening and Rating Scale, and screen-positive children underwent diagnostic evaluation with the K-SADS-PL. ADHD prevalence was 9.3% when impairment criteria were applied and 13.8% without impairment criteria. The combined subtype was the most frequent presentation, and anxiety disorder was the most common comorbidity. Younger maternal and paternal ages were associated with increased ADHD likelihood. Findings suggest that ADHD is relatively common among Turkish preschool children.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"215-229"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147976813","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":"Profiles of Emotional and Executive Functioning in Early School-Age Children: A Latent Profile and Predictive Modeling Approach.","authors":"Raluca Sassu, Geanina Cucu Ciuhan","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2678304","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2678304","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examined how anxiety symptoms, emotion regulation, behavioral difficulties, and executive functions co-occur in 150 Romanian early school-age children (5-7 years). Parents completed standardized measures of anxiety, emotion regulation, and behavioral difficulties, while children completed performance-based tasks assessing working memory, inhibition, cognitive flexibility, and affective flexibility. Indirect-effect models showed that emotion regulation statistically accounted for part of the association between anxiety symptoms and behavioral difficulties. Latent profile analysis identified five emotional-executive functioning profiles. Predictive models indicated that affective flexibility and anxiety were the strongest predictors of profile membership. Findings highlight meaningful heterogeneity relevant for future longitudinal research.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"230-252"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148037454","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":"The Relationship Between Language and Theory of Mind in Middle Childhood.","authors":"Ziqian Shen, Chi-Lin Yu","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2656232","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2656232","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study examined the way in which language relates to theory of mind (ToM) during middle childhood. Two hundred and thirty-three children (ages 6-12) were tested via a concurrent design on vocabulary, phonological and morphological awareness, and six ToM domains (belief, knowledge, perception, desire, intention, and emotion). Results revealed that vocabulary had significant positive associations with three ToM domains (belief, knowledge, and intention), and morphological awareness, but not phonological awareness, emerged as a concurrent mediator of this relationship. Overall, these findings suggest that understanding words, particularly their structure and meaning, is important in linking language and ToM development during middle childhood.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"119-134"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147693684","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}
Mehmet Sezgin, Oğuzhan Koyuncu, Mustafa Güneş, Burcu Yıldırım Budak
{"title":"Comorbid Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in a Patient with 6q25.1-Q25.3 Microdeletion: A Case Report.","authors":"Mehmet Sezgin, Oğuzhan Koyuncu, Mustafa Güneş, Burcu Yıldırım Budak","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2674063","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2674063","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>6q25 microdeletion is a rare syndrome associated with intellectual disability and dysmorphism. However, comorbid Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are poorly documented. We report a 16-year-old male with a 6.7 Mb deletion (6q25.1-q25.3) presenting with hydrocephalus, cerebral palsy, and severe behavioral dysregulation. Psychiatric evaluation confirmed comorbid ASD (CARS: 52) and ADHD. Behavioral symptoms and aggression were successfully stabilized using 5 mg/day olanzapine. Our case is the first report of ASD/ADHD co-occurrence in 6q25 syndrome highlights the potential neurobehavioral role of genes like ARID1B and SYNE1. Our findings emphasize the need for comprehensive psychiatric evaluation in rare chromosomal aberrations.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"207-214"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147965343","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}
Eduin Alexander Prada Rodriguez, Albeiro Romero Briceño
{"title":"Miller-Dieker Syndrome: Genetic Etiology, Neurocognitive Impact, and Clinical Implications in a Neuronal Migration Disorder.","authors":"Eduin Alexander Prada Rodriguez, Albeiro Romero Briceño","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2658672","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2026.2658672","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Miller-Dieker Syndrome (MDS) is a rare neurodevelopmental disorder caused by a deletion on chromosome 17p13.3, notably affecting the <i>PAFAH1B1</i> (LIS1) gene. This genetic alteration disrupts neuronal migration, resulting in type I lissencephaly and profound neurocognitive impairments. To critically analyze the genetic basis and neurocognitive profile associated with MDS and examine its clinical relevance through a systematic literature review. A descriptive and retrospective literature review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. Searches were conducted across major scientific databases using terms using terms such as \"Miller-DiekerSyndrome,\" \"neuronal migration disorder,\" \"genetic deletion 17p13.3,\" and \"neurocognition.\" Studies reviewed consistently associate the 17p13.3 deletion with pathogenic variants in <i>PAFAH1B1, YWHAE, RELN</i>, and <i>ARX</i>. These genes are critical for neuronal migration and brain cortical structure. Although the clinical profiles were not uniformly described, the literature supports links between these genetic pathogenic variants and developmental delay, epilepsy, and intellectual disability. Neuroimaging is a fundamental tool for the diagnosis and structural characterization of MDS. However, this review primarily focused on the genetic and neurocognitive dimensions. While some studies mentioned imaging findings, detailed neuroanatomical data were not systematically or consistently reported across the literature, which limited their inclusion in the comparative analysis presented in this manuscript. MDS exemplifies a severe genetic disorder of neuronal migration. Genetic and neurocognitive evaluation is key for early diagnosis and management. Future research should focus on integrative neurodevelopmental models and potential molecular therapies.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"135-153"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147693629","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}
Marilyn Curtis, Alliete R Alfano, Deirdre Murphy, Shannon M Pruden, Mohammadreza Bayat, Paulo A Graziano, Anthony Steven Dick
{"title":"Neurobiological Contributions to Speech and Language Interventions: Applications to Developmental Populations.","authors":"Marilyn Curtis, Alliete R Alfano, Deirdre Murphy, Shannon M Pruden, Mohammadreza Bayat, Paulo A Graziano, Anthony Steven Dick","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2025.2581699","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2025.2581699","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Although our understanding of the neural bases of speech and language has advanced considerably in recent decades, a disconnect persists between this knowledge and early interventions currently used in clinical practice. Insights into how neurobiological data may be incorporated into identification, differential diagnosis, and targeted treatment offer valuable lessons for early developmental intervention. Neurobiologically-informed methods already incorporated into the treatment of speech and language disorders show promise for improving treatment strategies, but these approaches are not yet widely adopted. Bridging the gap between neuroscience and clinical care could initiate a paradigm shift from symptom-based management to proactive, neurobiologically-informed care.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"185-214"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145423500","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}
Claudelle Houde-Labrecque, Marie-Pier Côté, Miriam H Beauchamp, Annie Bernier
{"title":"Executive Functioning Measures from Early Childhood to School Age: Exploring Prospective Associations.","authors":"Claudelle Houde-Labrecque, Marie-Pier Côté, Miriam H Beauchamp, Annie Bernier","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2025.2536834","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2025.2536834","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to identify tasks targeting early executive functioning (EF) that are predictive of EF performance at early school age (kindergarten and Grade 1). Using data from 202 participants, we examined the associations between EF performance at 2, 3, or 4 years of age and performance on commonly used EF tasks at early school age. The results show that some but not all early childhood tasks predicted EF in kindergarten and Grade 1. The results point to the potential of some early EF tasks while highlighting the challenge of calibrating task difficulty at an early age.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"134-149"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144790566","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}
Margot Fromont, Jolijn Vanderauwera, Marie Van Reybroeck
{"title":"Decoders are Less Efficient in RAN Objects than Children using Lexical Processing.","authors":"Margot Fromont, Jolijn Vanderauwera, Marie Van Reybroeck","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2025.2532434","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2025.2532434","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>While rapid automatized naming (RAN) is recognized as a predictor of reading, it is unclear whether RAN is related to a particular reading route. This study aims to better understand the relationship between RAN and both reading processes (phonological decoding or lexical processing). One hundred and twenty-six children (<i>M</i><sub>age</sub> = 8.89 years) were separated into two groups based on their performance in irregular word reading. Children from the phonological decoding group obtained significantly lower scores for RAN objects than children from the lexical processing group, but the scores of the two groups were equivalent for the other RAN matrices. Correlations showed a stronger relationship between RAN objects and irregular word reading than pseudoword reading.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"115-133"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144638605","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}
Si Wang, Glenda Andrews, Donna Pendergast, David L Neumann, Xiao Liang, Yuan Cao, Duo Li, David H K Shum
{"title":"Age-Related Changes in Theory of Mind in Middle Childhood: A Cross-Cultural Comparison Between Australian and Chinese Children.","authors":"Si Wang, Glenda Andrews, Donna Pendergast, David L Neumann, Xiao Liang, Yuan Cao, Duo Li, David H K Shum","doi":"10.1080/87565641.2025.2560482","DOIUrl":"10.1080/87565641.2025.2560482","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Theory of mind (ToM) is centrally important in everyday social communication and interactions, and a growing number of studies have focused on this social-cognitive construct in school-aged children. This study explored age-related changes in ToM abilities and cross-cultural differences between children from China and Australia. We recruited 126 children from China and 83 children from Australia. The children's cognitive and affective ToM were measured by four tests. The findings showed that although there were no cultural differences in Interpretive ToM and Faux Pas performances, Chinese children performed poorer in Reading Mind in the Eyes and Strange Stories than Australian children.</p>","PeriodicalId":50586,"journal":{"name":"Developmental Neuropsychology","volume":" ","pages":"150-167"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145066600","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}