Relations between Executive Functions, Theory of Mind, and Functional Outcomes in Middle Childhood

Jennifer Wilson, Christy Hogan, Si Wang, Glenda Andrews, David H.K. Shum (Corresponding Author)

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Abstract

This study examined whether hot and cool executive functions (EFs) differentially predicted functional outcomes and the independent and mediating roles of theory of mind (ToM). 126 children completed tests of hot and cool EF, ToM, intelligence, and academic achievement. Parents completed questionnaires of peer problems and prosocial behavior. Hot and cool EFs differentially predicted intelligence and academic achievement, supporting a hot-cool distinction. ToM predicted word reading and prosocial behavior but did not mediate any associations between EF and functional outcomes. Findings contribute to current understandings of EF and its relationship with functional outcomes in middle childhood.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)518-536
Number of pages19
JournalDevelopmental Neuropsychology
Volume46
Issue number7
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 21 Oct 2021

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
  • Developmental and Educational Psychology

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