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Descriptor
English
:
Executive Function
Descriptor
Spanish
:
Función Ejecutiva
Descriptor
Portuguese
:
Função Executiva
Synonyms
English
:
Executive Control
Tree Number:
F02.463.217
Definition
English
:
A set of cognitive functions that controls complex, goal-directed thought and
behavior
.
Executive function
involves multiple domains, such as
CONCEPT FORMATION
, goal
management
, cognitive
flexibility
, INHIBITION
control
, and WORKING
MEMORY
. Impaired
executive function
is seen in a range of disorders, e.g.,
SCHIZOPHRENIA
; and ADHD.
See Related
English
:
Attention
Memory
Problem Solving
History Note
English
:
2010
Allowable Qualifiers
English
:
CL
classification
DE
drug effects
ES
ethics
PH
physiology
RE
radiation effects
Record Number:
53744
Unique Identifier:
D056344
Occurrence in VHL
:
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