A Neuropsychological Perspective on Attention Problems in Neurofibromatosis Type 1

Cognitive problems are common in children with neurofibromatosis type 1 and they can often complicate treatment. The current literature review examines cognitive functioning in neurofibromatosis type 1, with a specific focus on executive functioning. This includes exploration of how deficits in exec...

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Published in:Journal of attention disorders 2013-08, Vol.17 (6), p.489-496
Main Authors: Templer, Alexandra K., Titus, Jeffrey B., Gutmann, David H.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Attention - physiology
Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity - physiopathology
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Behavior Problems
Child
Children
Cognitive Ability
Cognitive Processes
Executive Function
Executive Function - physiology
Genetic Disorders
Humans
Inhibition
Intervention
Literature Reviews
Neurofibromatosis 1 - physiopathology
Neurological Impairments
Neuropsychology
Short Term Memory
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Summary:Cognitive problems are common in children with neurofibromatosis type 1 and they can often complicate treatment. The current literature review examines cognitive functioning in neurofibromatosis type 1, with a specific focus on executive functioning. This includes exploration of how deficits in executive functioning are expressed in children with neurofibromatosis type 1 and how these deficits contrast with ADHD. The value of investigating subcomponents of executive functioning is discussed, as are implications for effective treatment and future research.
ISSN:1087-0547
1557-1246
DOI:10.1177/1087054711433422