Abstract
Prospective memory can be defined as the timely
execution of a previously formed intention, and is critical
in daily life because of its inherent involvement in goal-directed
behavior. Cognitive systems involved in prospective memory
have been hypothesized as involving the frontal cortex,
and in adults, associated with working memory and executive
functions. This study introduces a new computerized measure
of prospective memory designed for children. In this study
prospective memory is examined in a driving game task called
the CyberCruiser. In a sample of 80 children ages 6–12
years, variables from this task demonstrated a significant
age effect and were significantly correlated with other
well known measures of executive function, even after controlling
for chronological age. Performance on this task also demonstrated
the anticipated pattern of strategic monitoring that has
been demonstrated in other studies of prospective memory.
(JINS, 2000, 6, 62–70.)
Publisher
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health,Neurology (clinical),Clinical Psychology,General Neuroscience
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