Assessing Executive Functions in Children With Developmental Dyslexia: A Comprehensive Approach

Developmental dyslexia (DD) is frequently associated with executive function (EF) deficits, particularly in inhibition, working memory and cognitive flexibility. This study assessed EF in 40 children with DD, aged 7-16, using both performance-based tests and rating measures, and examined the role of co-occurring attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The Child Executive Functions Battery (CEF-B) assessed four EF domains (inhibition, working memory, flexibility and planning), while the…

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