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  • Developmental Psychology
  • Sports Science

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  • Adolescent cognitive development is influenced by various factors.
  • Coordinative abilities training (CAT) is known to enhance motor skills.
  • The impact of CAT on cognitive functions in adolescents requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the effects of a 12-week CAT program on adolescents' cognitive functioning.
  • To assess changes in visuospatial perception, attention, and working memory.
  • To compare the outcomes between an experimental CAT group and a control group.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial involving 60 adolescents (14-15 years).
  • Participants were assigned to either a CAT group or a general psycho-physical wellness control group.
  • Cognitive functions were assessed using standardized motor and cognitive tests, including Corsi's Block-Tapping test, at baseline and post-intervention.

Main Results:

  • A significant Time x Group interaction was observed for the Throwing and Catching Test and Corsi's Block-Tapping test.
  • The experimental group showed meaningful improvements in coordination and cognitive measures (p < 0.001).
  • No significant pre-post changes were found in the control group.

Conclusions:

  • A 12-week coordinative abilities training program effectively improved adolescents' coordination skills.
  • CAT also enhanced specific aspects of cognitive functioning, including visuospatial perception, attention, and working memory.
  • These cognitive improvements are relevant to academic achievement in adolescents.