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  • Developmental Psychology
  • Cognitive Science
  • Child Development

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  • Executive functions and play have historically been studied in isolation.
  • Recent research increasingly focuses on the interplay between executive functions and play.
  • A special issue dedicated to this association is timely and relevant.

Discussion:

  • The special issue features six empirical studies utilizing diverse play types (dramatic, physical) and executive function assessments.
  • Variability in study designs and measures, particularly concerning cultural contexts of executive function tasks, was noted.
  • A significant limitation is that all studies were conducted in WEIRD (Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic) countries, impacting generalizability.

Key Insights:

  • Play, in its various forms, is linked to the development of executive functions in children.
  • Executive function measures may carry cultural connotations, necessitating careful consideration.
  • Cross-cultural research is crucial for understanding the universal and culturally specific aspects of this relationship.

Outlook:

  • Future research should prioritize longitudinal studies to establish causal relationships between play and executive functions.
  • Investigating diverse play interventions across different cultural settings is recommended.
  • Further exploration of the neurobiological underpinnings of play's impact on executive functions is warranted.