The relationship between measures of executive function, motor performance and externalising behaviour in 5- and 6-year-old children

摘要: In his cognitive-energetic model of information processing Sergeant [Sergeant, J. (2000). The model: An empirical approach to ADHD. Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews, 24, 7-12] links executive function (EF) motor behaviour. This link has been supported by evidence from a number sources including studies attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) developmental coordination (DCD). Little is known developmentally about this association. Given the rapid change in both proficiency EF that takes place pre-school years, appears an important time look for emergence between these factors. study we tested 5- 6-year-old children on tasks movement assessment battery measures response inhibition (Stroop stop-signal task) examined relationship scores measures. Additionally, order relate behaviour everyday function, Rowe behavioural rating inventory (RBRI), teachers' externalising behaviour, was also gathered related performance. It found performance correlated significantly with RBRI (better lower behaviour) Stroop task expected direction but failed reach significance there no clear association either or scores. results are discussed relation different aspects (inhibition pre-potent response, interference control) how might control.