A Neuropsychological Perspective on Attention Problems in Neurofibromatosis Type 1. (August 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Templer, Alexandra K.; Titus, Jeffrey B.; Gutmann, David H.
• Is Part Of: Journal of attention disorders. Volume 17:Number 6(2013)
• Page Start: 489
• Page End: 496
• Publication Date: 2013-08
• Subjects: neurofibromatosis -- ADHD -- cognitive functioning -- NF1 -- ADD/ADHD; Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder -- Periodicals; Attention -- Periodicals; 616.8589
• DOI: 10.1177/1087054711433422
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1087-0547

Abstract

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.