Executive functions in children with ADHD: A comprehensive bibliometric analysis
Kızbes Meral Kılıç1, Emine Ahmetoğlu2
1Child Development Department, Kumluca Faculty of Health Sciences, Akdeniz University Kumluca, Antalya, Turkey.
Applied Neuropsychology. Child
|June 14, 2025
Summary
Research on executive functions in children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is rapidly increasing. Early studies focused on brain imaging, while later research emphasizes environmental factors.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychology
- Developmental Science
Background:
- Executive functions are critical for environmental adaptation and are often impaired in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
- Previous research has not utilized bibliometric analysis to explore executive functions in children with ADHD.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a bibliometric analysis of global research on executive functions in children with ADHD.
- To identify trends, key publications, and research focus shifts over time.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of 905 studies using VOS viewer and RStudio.
- Examination of publication trends and research focus evolution.
Main Results:
- A significant increase in international research on executive functions in children with ADHD was observed.
- Top journals include Journal of Attention Disorders, Child Neuropsychology, and Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology.
- Research focus shifted from brain imaging techniques to environmental variables over time.
Conclusions:
- This bibliometric analysis provides a comprehensive overview of the research landscape concerning executive functions in children with ADHD.
- Findings will guide future research directions and contribute to knowledge accumulation in this field.
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