Interaction of Impulsivity, Attention, and Intelligence in Early Adolescents Born Preterm without Sequelae.

Rocío Galán-MegíasMaría-Dolores Lanzarote-FernándezJavier Casanovas-LaxEva María Padilla-Muñoz

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2021)

adolescents born prematurely without associated sequelae have significantly lower performance in the same areas than the normative group. This could affect the cognitive control of their behavior and academic performance in the medium and long term. Great prematurity could interfere with attention skills and self-control even at the age of 12, especially in males.

Keyphrases

low birth weight
gestational age
young adults
preterm infants
working memory
physical activity
preterm birth
medical students