"Executive Function" is a descriptor in the National Library of Medicine's controlled vocabulary thesaurus,
MeSH (Medical Subject Headings). Descriptors are arranged in a hierarchical structure,
which enables searching at various levels of specificity.
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.
| Descriptor ID |
D056344
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| MeSH Number(s) |
F02.463.217
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| Concept/Terms |
Executive Function- Executive Function
- Executive Functions
- Function, Executive
- Functions, Executive
- Executive Control
- Executive Controls
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| Year | Major Topic | Minor Topic | Total |
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| 2009 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 2010 | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 2012 | 4 | 2 | 6 |
| 2013 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 2014 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| 2016 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 2017 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 2018 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 2021 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 2022 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
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Below are the most recent publications written about "Executive Function" by people in Profiles.
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Attentional function and inhibitory control in different substance use disorders. Psychiatry Res. 2022 07; 313:114591.
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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder-Related Self-Reported Symptoms Are Associated With Elevated Concussion Symptomatology. J Sport Exerc Psychol. 2022 04 01; 44(2):116-126.
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Executive function and dopamine response in Parkinson's disease freezing of gait. Parkinsonism Relat Disord. 2021 11; 92:46-50.
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ADHD and epilepsy-related QoL in youth with epilepsy. Epilepsy Behav. 2021 10; 123:108250.
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Promising vulnerability markers of substance use and misuse: A review of human neurobehavioral studies. Neuropharmacology. 2021 04 01; 187:108500.
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Dual-Task Gait Assessment in a Clinical Sample: Implications for Improved Detection of Mild Cognitive Impairment. J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci. 2020 08 13; 75(7):1372-1381.
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Effect of alcohol use on the adolescent brain and behavior. Pharmacol Biochem Behav. 2020 05; 192:172906.
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The Evaluation of Tactile Parameters and Display Prototype to Support Physiological Monitoring and Multitasking for Anesthesia Providers in the Operating Room. IEEE Trans Haptics. 2020 Jul-Sep; 13(3):628-644.
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Neurocognitive markers of childhood abuse in individuals with PTSD: Findings from the INTRuST Clinical Consortium. J Psychiatr Res. 2020 02; 121:108-117.
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Neurobiological and Cognitive Profile of Young Binge Drinkers: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Neuropsychol Rev. 2019 09; 29(3):357-385.