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A new Stroop-like measure of inhibitory function development: typical developmental trends
Ingram Wright1, Mitch Waterman, Helen Prescott
1Academic Unit of Psychiatry and Behavioural Sciences, University of Leeds, UK. i.wright@sheffield.ac.uk
Summary
A new animal-Stroop task effectively measures inhibitory control in children aged 3-16. This tool aids in identifying children at risk for hyperactivity symptoms, supporting early intervention.
Area of Science:
- Child psychology
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
- Cognitive assessment
Background:
- Inhibitory control difficulties are central to childhood behavioral and learning disorders.
- Limited assessment tools exist for young children's inhibitory competence.
Purpose of the Study:
- Introduce a novel Stroop-like measure for assessing inhibitory function in children.
- Examine the developmental trajectory and behavioral correlates of this new task.
Main Methods:
- Developed a Stroop-like task suitable for children aged 3 and above.
- Recruited 155 school children (ages 3-16) for the study.
Main Results:
- The animal-Stroop task demonstrated robust inhibitory function measurement across the 3-16 age range.
- The task successfully identified children at risk for hyperactive symptomatology in a school setting.
Conclusions:
- The new measure has significant clinical and developmental applications for assessing inhibitory control in children.
- This tool can aid in early identification and support for children with behavioral challenges.