The Executive Function Account of Repetitive Behavior: Evidence From Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome.
Am J Intellect Dev Disabil
; 128(1): 49-65, 2023 01 01.
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ABSTRACT
In this study, we focus on Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome (RTS) to explore the associations between executive function deficits and repetitive behaviors. Thirty individuals with RTS completed direct assessments of inhibition, working memory and set-shifting. Informants completed repetitive behavior and executive function questionnaires. Repetitive questions were associated with poorer inhibition and working memory. Stereotypy was associated with poorer inhibition. Adherence to routines was associated with poorer set-shifting, but only on the parental report measure. No other associations were evident. There is evidence of an association between specific repetitive behaviors and executive functioning in RTS, suggesting executive dysfunction may underpin behavioral difference in RTS. The findings point towards specific associations that are of interest for further research across populations in which repetitive behaviors are present.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Síndrome de Rubinstein-Taybi
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Am J Intellect Dev Disabil
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TRANSTORNOS MENTAIS
Ano de publicação:
2023
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Article
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Reino Unido