Executive Function and Motor Control in Preschoolers
Psychology major, graduating this May of 2019.
Abstract
Previous research has found a connection between the development of executive function (EF) skills (planning, problem-solving and inhibitory control) and motor skill ability. Children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds have consistently scored lower on EF tasks compared to less disadvantage children. In the current study 3-5 year-olds from low socioeconomic areas were assessed for motor abilities and executive function skills. Executive function and motor abilities were positively correlated
Executive Function and Motor Control in Preschoolers
University Commons
Previous research has found a connection between the development of executive function (EF) skills (planning, problem-solving and inhibitory control) and motor skill ability. Children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds have consistently scored lower on EF tasks compared to less disadvantage children. In the current study 3-5 year-olds from low socioeconomic areas were assessed for motor abilities and executive function skills. Executive function and motor abilities were positively correlated
