Neuropsychology
Ezzatollah kordmirza Nikoozadeh; Mahdieh Rahmanian; Mojgan Agahheris
Abstract
Objective: The present study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of family-centered neuropsychological programs on improving working memory and executive functions in children with separation anxiety disorder (SAD).Method: This quasi-experimental study utilized a pre-test-post-test control group design. ...
Read More
Objective: The present study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of family-centered neuropsychological programs on improving working memory and executive functions in children with separation anxiety disorder (SAD).Method: This quasi-experimental study utilized a pre-test-post-test control group design. The statistical population included children with separation anxiety visiting treatment centers in Tehran and their mothers. A sample of 30 children was selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to experimental (n=15) and control (n=15) groups. The intervention comprised 12 sessions (120 minutes each) of family-centered neuropsychological training, focusing on enhancing working memory and executive functions through interactive games. Instruments included Raven's Progressive Matrices, the Separation Anxiety Scale, the N-Back Test, and the Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function (BRIEF). Findings: Multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) revealed that family-centered neuropsychological interventions significantly improved working memory and executive function performance in children in the experimental group compared to the control group. Results suggested that the program facilitated cognitive improvements by enhancing child-family interactions and incorporating targeted exercises. Conclusion: This study underscores the efficacy of family-centered interventions as a viable approach for addressing cognitive and behavioral challenges in children with separation anxiety. Future research should investigate the long-term effects of these interventions and examine their applicability across diverse populations.
Neuropsychology
Mohammadreza Noroozi Homayoon; Fatemeh Gohari Jopari; Esmaeil Sadri Damirchi
Abstract
The aim of the present study was to investigate the effectiveness of computerized cognitive rehabilitation on impulsivity and mindfulness in patients with schizophrenia. Method: This research was applied in purpose and semi-experimental (quasi-experimental) in design, employing a pre-test-post-test approach ...
Read More
The aim of the present study was to investigate the effectiveness of computerized cognitive rehabilitation on impulsivity and mindfulness in patients with schizophrenia. Method: This research was applied in purpose and semi-experimental (quasi-experimental) in design, employing a pre-test-post-test approach with a control group. The statistical population of this study included all individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia who met the inclusion criteria and were hospitalized at the Darolshafa chronic psychiatric rehabilitation center in Ardabil during the period of 1403-1404 (2024-2025). The instruments used in this study were the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS) by Kay et al. (1986), the Five-Factor Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ) by Baer (2006), and the Impulsivity Questionnaire by Barratt (2004). Findings: The results of univariate analysis of covariance revealed that computerized cognitive rehabilitation significantly reduced impulsivity in the patients. Considering the significance level (P < 0.005) and effect size (η² = 0.258), it can be concluded that this intervention effectively improved impulsivity scores. Discussion and Conclusion: The findings indicate the effectiveness of computerized cognitive rehabilitation in enhancing impulsivity control and mindfulness in schizophrenia patients.
Neuropsychology
Abed Mahdavi; Manijeh Noori; Ladan Valizadeh Davoodabadi; Hoda Ghoraeian; Zahra Ramezanpour Sobhani; Yaser Heidari; Ebtesam Farajollahzadeh
Abstract
Purpose: Attention hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The study compared the effectiveness of the Meta-thinking Training Program based on Mental-Brain Simulation (MTMBS) and Clay ...
Read More
Purpose: Attention hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The study compared the effectiveness of the Meta-thinking Training Program based on Mental-Brain Simulation (MTMBS) and Clay Art Therapy (CAT) in improving emotion regulation in adolescents with ADHD. Method: This study was a randomized controlled clinical trial of the semi-experimental type in which 45 adolescents with ADHD were randomly placed in three Test and control groups. The emotion regulation difficulty questionnaire of Graz and Romer (2004) and the Connors parenting form grading questionnaire (1978) were used to collect data. The training intervention of both methods was implemented for eight and sixteen sessions of 90 minutes. The data analysis was performed using multivariate covariance analysis and a Bonferroni test. Findings: The results indicated that both therapeutic approaches significantly improved emotion regulation in adolescents with ADHD. A multivariate covariance analysis revealed that the therapeutic interventions accounted for 80 to 83 percent of the changes in various components of emotion regulation. However, Statistical evaluation indicated no significant variance in effectiveness between the treatments. Conclusion: Based on the findings, both therapeutic approaches are equally effective in improving the emotion regulation of adolescents with ADHD. These results have important implications for providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions for this group of patients and can help improve their quality of life and mental health.
Neuropsychology
mojgan Agahheris
Abstract
The signs of carpal tunnel syndrome, resulting from median nerve damage and leading to chronic pain, numbness, and motor function weakness, are studied in neuroscience research. This is because persistent nerve injury can lead to structural and functional changes in motor neural pathways, which in turn ...
Read More
The signs of carpal tunnel syndrome, resulting from median nerve damage and leading to chronic pain, numbness, and motor function weakness, are studied in neuroscience research. This is because persistent nerve injury can lead to structural and functional changes in motor neural pathways, which in turn can directly affect individuals’ bioemotional and cognitive functioning. So, The present study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of yoga training combined with a healthy lifestyle on improving carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms, sleep quality and duration, and cognitive functions in adolescents with internet gaming disorder in Tehran. This semi-experimental study utilized a pretest-posttest-follow-up design with a control group. The statistical population consisted of adolescents with internet gaming disorder and carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms who referred to counseling centers in Tehran . From this population, 30 individuals were selected using convenience sampling and randomly assigned to two groups: experimental (n=15) and control (n=15). Interventions consisted of 12 ninety-minute yoga sessions held at a counseling center. Research instruments included the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index and the Cognitive Abilities Questionnaire whose reliability and validity had been confirmed in previous and present studies. After completing the questionnaires in the pretest, posttest, and follow-up phases, data were analyzed using repeated measures ANOVA. The results showed yoga training combined with a healthy lifestyle improved sleep quality, increased sleep duration, and enhanced cognitive functions compared to the control group. This research highlights the importance of combined interventions in promoting the physical and mental health of adolescents with internet gaming disorder.
Neuropsychology
Farzad Maleki; Farnaz Torabi; Mahin kazmi Asl
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of virtual reality and motor games on working memory and cognitive-motor balance performance in children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The statistical population consisted of children with ADHD in Noorabad city. From this ...
Read More
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of virtual reality and motor games on working memory and cognitive-motor balance performance in children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The statistical population consisted of children with ADHD in Noorabad city. From this population, 36 participants (12 in the virtual reality group, 12 in the motor group, and 12 in the control group) were purposefully and conveniently selected. They participated in a pre-test-post-test design using the Daneman and Carpenter test (working memory) and the Timed Up and Go test with a cognitive-motor task (balance performance). The experimental groups participated in a 6-week training program, with 2 sessions per week, each lasting 60 minutes. The control group, meanwhile, continued with their usual activities. Data analysis was performed using repeated measures ANOVA and paired t-tests at a significance level of p ≤ 0.05. The results indicated that the effect of virtual reality and motor games on working memory (P=0.001) and cognitive-motor balance performance (P=0.001) in children with ADHD was significant. In examining the groups, the results showed better performance in the virtual reality training group in working memory (P=0.001) and in the motor games group in cognitive-motor balance performance (P=0.001). Based on the results, it can be concluded that virtual reality and motor games, by increasing motivation, attracting participation, and encouraging individuals to continue practicing, enhance working memory capacity and improve the balance performance of children with ADHD.
Neuropsychology
Zahra Rafiee; Sedigheh Rezaei Dehnavi
Abstract
The research aimed to examine the effectiveness of computerized cognitive rehabilitation in improving cognitive and social skills while reducing autism symptoms in young individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The research followed a quasi-experimental method with a pre-test and post-test design including ...
Read More
The research aimed to examine the effectiveness of computerized cognitive rehabilitation in improving cognitive and social skills while reducing autism symptoms in young individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The research followed a quasi-experimental method with a pre-test and post-test design including a control group. The study included all young boys who were diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and referred to the comprehensive daily educational and rehabilitation center for autism spectrum disorders in Fatemeh Zahra city of Isfahan in the spring of 1401. 22 were randomly selected and divided into experimental and control groups. Data was collected using two evaluation checklists: The Autism Treatment Evaluation Checklist (ATEC) was used to evaluate cognitive and social skills, and the Gars 2 test (GARS) was used to evaluate the severity of autism symptoms. Both checklists were completed by the parents and experts of the center. The experimental group received 16 20-minute sessions of computerized cognitive rehabilitation twice a week based on Captain Log's cognitive rehabilitation package (2000). The data collected was analyzed by the statistical method of analysis of covariance. The results showed that computerized cognitive rehabilitation training significantly improves social skills and the severity of autism symptoms at a significant level of 0.05. However, the study indicated that computerized cognitive rehabilitation is not effective in increasing cognitive skills in youth with autism spectrum disorder. In conclusion, the research demonstrated that computerized cognitive rehabilitation is effective in improving social skills and reducing autism symptoms in young individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
Neuropsychology
Foad Niknasab; Fazlollah Bagherzadeh; Mahmoud Sheikh; Ali Moghadamzadeh; Davoud Hominian
Abstract
Children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD) display slowness, inaccuracy, and insufficient coordination in the performance of motor skills. Compared to children with normal development, they generally have poorer performance in tasks that require visual-motor integration. We evaluated the ...
Read More
Children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD) display slowness, inaccuracy, and insufficient coordination in the performance of motor skills. Compared to children with normal development, they generally have poorer performance in tasks that require visual-motor integration. We evaluated the effect of tDCS stimulation on visual-motor integration in children with DCD. In this quasi-experimental study, featuring a pre-test-post-test design, 40 students with DCD aged 7-10 years were selected according to the inclusion criteria and randomly assigned into two groups: tDCS stimulation and artificial stimulation. In the pre-test, participants took a visual-motor integration test. The intervention phase was administered for 5 consecutive days. Each day, the subjects underwent either electrical stimulation in the motor cortex (anode at C3 and cathode at Fp2) or artificial stimulation. The post-test was administered in the last session. Short-term and long-term follow-ups were performed 1 day and 42 days after the post-test, respectively. Repeated measures ANOVA was used to analyze the data. The results showed that electrical stimulation of the motor cortex significantly improves the visual-motor integration of children with DCD. The follow-up results supported the persistence of motor-visual integration in these children. In general, the results emphasized the effectiveness of tDCS exercises on motor-visual integration in children with DCD.
Neuropsychology
Neda Nemati; Mohammad Oraki; Majid Saffarinia
Abstract
The present study aims to compare the effectiveness of Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Imago Therapy on executive functions and post-traumatic growth in women affected by extramarital relationships. The statistical population includes all women affected by extramarital relationships in Isfahan who ...
Read More
The present study aims to compare the effectiveness of Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Imago Therapy on executive functions and post-traumatic growth in women affected by extramarital relationships. The statistical population includes all women affected by extramarital relationships in Isfahan who visited the Nik Ovin Psychological Clinic and the Hazrat Abolfazl Charity Institute. After completing the General Health Questionnaire online, participants were randomly assigned to three groups: Experimental Group 1 (EFT), Experimental Group 2 (Imago Therapy), and the Control Group. The therapeutic interventions in the experimental groups were conducted online via Google Meet for eight weeks, while the control group did not receive any intervention. Data were collected through online questionnaires in pre-test, post-test, and two-month follow-up stages.Statistical analysis results showed that both therapeutic methods significantly improved the studied variables. However, differences in the effectiveness of the two methods were observed. EFT had a more substantial impact on reducing stress, while Imago Therapy showed a greater effect on improving communication and increasing marital satisfaction. Additionally, the two-month follow-up results indicated that the improvements from the therapies remained stable over time, and the interventions led to significant and lasting improvements in the psychological and functional status of the women.This research highlights the importance of choosing the appropriate therapeutic method based on the specific needs and conditions of each individual. It can serve as a guide for counselors and psychotherapists to improve the psychological well-being of affected women.
Neuropsychology
Hosain Zare; Bizhan Alipour; Nila Elmy Manesh
Abstract
The aim of the research was to determine the difference in the effectiveness of cognitive therapy with positive psychotherapy on executive functions in patients with mild brain damage. Method: The present research method was a semi-experimental type with a pre-test and post-test design with a follow-up ...
Read More
The aim of the research was to determine the difference in the effectiveness of cognitive therapy with positive psychotherapy on executive functions in patients with mild brain damage. Method: The present research method was a semi-experimental type with a pre-test and post-test design with a follow-up period. The statistical population of this research included all people with mild brain damage who referred to Shahada Haftam Tir and Baqity Elah Hospitals in Tehran in 2019. Among them, 30 people were purposefully selected and randomly assigned to three groups of cognitive rehabilitation treatment, positive psychotherapy and control group. The Wisconsin test was performed on each of the groups. The first experimental group received cognitive rehabilitation therapy and the second experimental group received positive psychotherapy. People in the control group did not receive any intervention. Analysis of variance with repeated measurements was used to analyze the data. The results showed that both interventions have an effect on increasing executive functions. But the effectiveness of cognitive rehabilitation treatment is more on executive functions(P05/0<). Therefore, it is recommended to neurologists and psychotherapists in order to reduce the complications of brain damage, in addition to medical treatments, cognitive rehabilitation treatment should be used as a complementary method
Neuropsychology
Ahmad Alipour; Elnaz Jalili; Mahdiyeh Rahmanian
Abstract
This research investigated the effect of inter-aural and isochronic sounds on the synchronization of brain waves and anxiety. The semi-experimental research method was pre-test-post-test without a control group. The statistical population was the students with anxiety in the academic year 2021-2022. ...
Read More
This research investigated the effect of inter-aural and isochronic sounds on the synchronization of brain waves and anxiety. The semi-experimental research method was pre-test-post-test without a control group. The statistical population was the students with anxiety in the academic year 2021-2022. 30 people were randomly selected in two groups of inter-aural and isochronic sounds (15 people in each group). The research tools were Beck's anxiety questionnaire (1996) and brain wave recording using brain mapping. The first experimental group listened to interaural sounds and the second listened to isochronic sounds in 12 20-minute sessions. The data were analyzed by univariate and multivariate analysis of covariance using SPSS version 24 software. The findings showed that isochronic and interaural sound has a significant effect on the alpha wave at the F4 point (P<0.05), but only interaural sound is effective on the anxiety variable (P<0.05). The results indicate that inter-aural and isochronic sounds are useful interventions for synchronizing brain waves and inter-aural sounds to reduce students' anxiety; therefore, it is suggested to use these sounds in psychological treatment clinics.
Neuropsychology
Lila Noshad; Ami Azizi
Abstract
Background:The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of neurofeedback on continuous attention, working memory and visual - motor perception in primary school students with specific learning disorder. Methods: The current study was an experimental type with a pre-test-post-test design with ...
Read More
Background:The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of neurofeedback on continuous attention, working memory and visual - motor perception in primary school students with specific learning disorder. Methods: The current study was an experimental type with a pre-test-post-test design with a control group. The statistical population of this research included all primary school students in Tabriz city, among them, 30 people diagnosed with learning disorders in Tabriz learning disorders centers were selected by purposive sampling method and using randomly were replaced into experimental and control groups (15 people in each group). In all two groups of N-back, continuous performance test and visual perception -motor Bender-Gestalt as pretest and post-test completion. Neurofeedback was performed in the experimental group for 20 sessions of 30-45 minutes (3 times a week for seven weeks) and the control group received no interventions. Data were analyzed by using multivariate covariance analysis in SPSS.20. Results: There is only a significant difference between the average pre-test and post-test scores of the experimental and control groups in the variables of continuous attention (p=0.001) and visual-motor perception (p=0.001). This means that neurofeedback training was effective in improving continuous attention, working memory and visual-motor perception. Conclusion: The use of neurofeedback is recommended in improving continuous attention and visual-motor perception in elementary school students with special learning disorders.
Neuropsychology
Mohammadreza Noroozi Homayoon; Mohamad Hatami Nejad; Esmaeil Sadri Damirchi; masoud sadeghi
Abstract
Objective: To compare the effectiveness of emotion regulation training and transcranial direct current stimulation intervention on improving executive functions (attention, cognitive flexibility, response inhibition, emotion control) and impulsivity in male students with attention deficit hyperactivity ...
Read More
Objective: To compare the effectiveness of emotion regulation training and transcranial direct current stimulation intervention on improving executive functions (attention, cognitive flexibility, response inhibition, emotion control) and impulsivity in male students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Materials and methods: The current research is semi-experimental with pre-test-post-test and control group. The statistical population of this research included all male students of the second year of high school with attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder in Ardabil city in the academic year of 1402-1403. Sampling was also clustered. The research tools included: N-Beck computer test, Wisconsin card sorting test, dual Stroop task test, impulsivity and interventions including emotion regulation training protocol and transcranial direct current stimulation intervention. Findings: Emotion regulation training and transcranial direct current stimulation intervention have improved executive functions and reduced impulsivity in male students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The results of Bonferroni's post hoc test also showed that there is a significant difference between the training groups of emotion regulation transcranial direct current stimulation intervention with the control group (p<0.05). Discussion and conclusion: Emotion regulation training and transcranial direct current stimulation intervention have improved executive functions and reduced impulsivity in male students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Neuropsychology
Mehrak Rezaei; Touraj Hashemi; Leila Shateri
Abstract
The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of cognitive rehabilitation on improving reaction time, planning and response inhibition in bipolar patients. This research was a semi-experimental design with pre-test-post-test and control group. The study population consisted of patients with ...
Read More
The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of cognitive rehabilitation on improving reaction time, planning and response inhibition in bipolar patients. This research was a semi-experimental design with pre-test-post-test and control group. The study population consisted of patients with bipolar disorder who referred to psychiatric specialists, clinics and specialized centers of psychiatric services in Tabriz city in 2022 (October to March). Using convenience sampling method, 40 subjects were selected and randomly assigned in experimental and control groups (15 subjects in each group). They were assessed by Mania-Young Scale, Continuous Visual Performance Test (CPT-V), Chronoscope device (reaction time), Tower of London test. The experimental group received cognitive rehabilitation for 6 sessions and no intervention was applied to the control group. Finally, the post-test was implemented. Data were analyzed by Multivariate analysis of Covariance. Results showed that cognitive rehabilitation was effective in improving reaction time, planning and response inhibition in bipolar patients. Consequently, it could be stated that in improving the cognitive abilities of bipolar patients, the application of rehabilitation could provide appropriate setting for other therapeutic interventions.
Neuropsychology
hussein zare; hussein ghasemi; amin rafiepoor; nasrollah erfani
Abstract
Aim: The present study was conducted to determine the effect of cognitive rehabilitation on improving executive functions, cognitive emotion of regulation, and reducing drug craving among male prisoners undergoing methadone maintenance therapy. Method: The present study was conducted using a quasi-experimental ...
Read More
Aim: The present study was conducted to determine the effect of cognitive rehabilitation on improving executive functions, cognitive emotion of regulation, and reducing drug craving among male prisoners undergoing methadone maintenance therapy. Method: The present study was conducted using a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest design with an unequal control group. The statistical population included prisoners undergoing methadone therapy at Qazalhessar Prison in 2023. The sample consisted of 80 individuals who were enrolled in a 2-month clinical trial with a 2-month follow-up period. The experimental group received a cognitive rehabilitation program in 16 group sessions of 90 minutes. In order to collect data, the addiction severity index, the Wisconsin card classification test, the Somoza substance craving short scale, and the Garnefsky cognitive emotion regulation test were used. Findings: The results using repeated analysis of covariance test with follow-up2 months showed that cognitive rehabilitation treatment was effective in improving executive function, cognitive regulation of emotions and reducing cravings in prisoners treated with methadone and there was a significant difference between the two experimental and control groups However, in the 2-month follow-up, the urine test results for amphetamines and methamphetamines were positive for 1 individual in the treatment group and 15 individuals in the control group. Conclusion According to the present findings, cognitive rehabilitation can be used in addiction treatment (improving executive functions and cognitive regulation of emotions and reducing cravings) of prisoners treated with methadone.
Neuropsychology
ali mostafaie; Mohammad Oraki
Abstract
Aim: The present investigate was conducted with the aim of the effect of cognitive fatigue on working memory and executive functions in female students. Method: The present study was a quasi-experimental study with pretest-posttest design with a control group,The statistical population of this research ...
Read More
Aim: The present investigate was conducted with the aim of the effect of cognitive fatigue on working memory and executive functions in female students. Method: The present study was a quasi-experimental study with pretest-posttest design with a control group,The statistical population of this research includeds the female students of the first secondary school in Urmia city in the academic year of 1400-1401,which is available by random sampling method 30 students selected and were simple randomly divided into two experimental (n=15) and control groups (n=15). The experiment consisted of second phases.In the first stage, the participants were exposed to cognitive tasks and then in the second stage, the Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive and N-Back working memory test was performed to compare the groups based on the amount of cognitive fatigue.The data were analysed by analysis of Covariance. Findings: The results of data analysis using covariance analysis showed decrease in working memory and executive functions in the experimental group compared to the control group. Conclusion: In general, the findings of the current research on the role of cognitive fatigue variables, which reduces the amount of working memory and executive functions And on the other hand, this type of fatigue is related to cognitive and brain functions.
Neuropsychology
Sajad Izadi; Masoud Hossein Chari; Masoud Fazalidpour; Farideh Yousefi; Mahboobeh Foladchang
Abstract
The aim of the present study was to compare the effectiveness of mindfulness training, tDCS and the combination of mindfulness training with tDCS on working memory and metamemory of adolescents. The method of the present research was carried out as a semi-experimental type with a pre-test-post-test design ...
Read More
The aim of the present study was to compare the effectiveness of mindfulness training, tDCS and the combination of mindfulness training with tDCS on working memory and metamemory of adolescents. The method of the present research was carried out as a semi-experimental type with a pre-test-post-test design with a control group. The statistical population of this research was all male students studying in the ninth grade of Bowanat city in 1402-1403. The sample of this study consisted of 80 students who were selected from four schools through available sampling and the students of each school were placed as one of the four experimental groups (mindfulness training, tDCS, combining mindfulness training with tDCS) and the control group. The tools of this research included the n-Back working memory test, the meta-memory scale for teenagers, the mindfulness training package, and the estim2 device. Findings: All three methods of mindfulness training, tDCS and combining mindfulness training with tDCS were effective on working memory and extra memory. Also, the results of Bonferroni's post hoc test showed that the most effective combination of mindfulness training with tDCS was second in mindfulness training and third in tDCS.Conclusion: The results showed that mindfulness training and tDCS, each in their own place, can improve working memory and meta-memory, while combining mindfulness training with tDCS can be more effective in strengthening working memory and meta-memory in adolescents.
Neuropsychology
Mohammad Nazaripour; babak zakizadeh
Abstract
In neuroscience, decision-making is considered a sensory process that begins in the Brian cortex. When making decisions, sensory information must be interpreted and translated into behavior. In this regard, this study has attempted to investigate the effects of a new branch of neuroscience (Neuroaccounting) ...
Read More
In neuroscience, decision-making is considered a sensory process that begins in the Brian cortex. When making decisions, sensory information must be interpreted and translated into behavior. In this regard, this study has attempted to investigate the effects of a new branch of neuroscience (Neuroaccounting) on financial and budget decisions. The present study is practical in nature and is considered as a descriptive-exploratory correlation study. The required data were collected through the distribution of questionnaires among 245 individual investors. Data analysis has been done using structural equation modeling. This study includes two independent variables, stimuli-relay (SR) and intuition. The dependent variables of this study are: (1) dynamic cognitive processing (DCP) with four subconstructs: multi-dimensional perceptual space (MDPS), behavioral outcome space (BOS), resolution and optimization. (2) Expertise includes two subconstructs: memory and resolution-Ex. According to the research findings, the variables of SR and intuition have positive and significant effects on the variables of DCP and expertise. Also, the research findings show that two independent variables have a positive and significant effect on the six sub-constructs of the study. Finally, when making financial and budget decisions, managers should consider internal and external information as well as the consequences of choosing a specific decision.
Neuropsychology
Mohammad Nazaripour
Abstract
Purpose: Corporate governance plays a crucial role in protecting the interests of shareholders and other stakeholders. In this context, neuroscience seeks to assist companies in attaining organizational success and safeguarding the interests of all stakeholders by utilizing insights from various scientific ...
Read More
Purpose: Corporate governance plays a crucial role in protecting the interests of shareholders and other stakeholders. In this context, neuroscience seeks to assist companies in attaining organizational success and safeguarding the interests of all stakeholders by utilizing insights from various scientific disciplines. Consequently, the aim of this research is to explore the role of neuro-governance at the intersection of neuroscience and corporate governance. Method: This study is practical in nature and is classified as descriptive-exploratory correlational research. The population comprises managers from manufacturing companies, with a sample size of 171 participants. Data were collected through a questionnaire, utilizing the snowball sampling method. The study was carried out during the third quarter of 2024, and the data were analyzed using structural equation modeling. Findings: The research findings demonstrate that all four independent variables—neuro-accounting, neuro-economics, neuro-ethics, and human nature—have a significant impact on neuro-governance. Neuro-accounting plays a vital role in guiding managers' financial and economic decision-making processes, while neuro-economics assists managers in optimizing the allocation of scarce resources. Neuro-ethics are essential for understanding and explaining the ethical decisions made by managers, and a thorough comprehension of human nature can aid in preventing unethical behavior and misconduct within organizations. Conclusion: The results of this research indicate that neuro-governance can improve corporate governance practices and business decision-making by providing new and more effective approaches. Overall, examining the human brain and the factors that influence it can significantly contribute to a deeper understanding of organizational decision-making processes.
Neuropsychology
Sana Azarshab; Mohammad Ali Fardin
Abstract
The present study was conducted with the aim of investigating the effectiveness of direct current transcranial electrical stimulation on working memory and response inhibition in children with autism in Zahedan. This research was practical in terms of purpose and quasi-experimental in terms of method ...
Read More
The present study was conducted with the aim of investigating the effectiveness of direct current transcranial electrical stimulation on working memory and response inhibition in children with autism in Zahedan. This research was practical in terms of purpose and quasi-experimental in terms of method with a pre-test-post-test design with a control group. The statistical population of this research included all children aged 10 to 12 with autism spectrum disorder who referred to the treatment centers of Zahedan city in 1402-1401 and 30 of these children with high performance (achieving a score above 85 in the Gilliam test and an IQ above 85 based on the child's file in the treatment center), were selected as a statistical sample using a targeted method and divided into two groups of 15 people (an experimental group and a control group) were randomly replaced. Subjects were evaluated through Gilliam Autism Diagnostic Scale (GARS), Stroop Test (ST), Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children 5th Edition (WISC-5) and Transcranial Direct Current Electrical Stimulation protocol. Investigating the relationships between variables was done by univariate covariance test. The results showed that there is a significant difference between the post-test scores of working memory and response inhibition of the experimental group with the scores of working memory and response inhibition in the control group, and transcranial electrical stimulation with direct current is significantly effective on working memory and response inhibition. Therefore, transcranial electrical stimulation is a useful supplement to improve and strengthen working memory and response inhibition in children with autism.
Neuropsychology
Mohammadreza Noroozi Homayoon; Mohamad Hatami Nejad; Esmaeil Sadri Damichi
Abstract
The present study was conducted with the aim of the effectiveness of psychodrama group therapy and cognitive behavioral play therapy on executive functions (working memory, response inhibition, cognitive flexibility and emotional self-regulation) in students with social anxiety disorder. Method: The ...
Read More
The present study was conducted with the aim of the effectiveness of psychodrama group therapy and cognitive behavioral play therapy on executive functions (working memory, response inhibition, cognitive flexibility and emotional self-regulation) in students with social anxiety disorder. Method: The current research is semi-experimental with pre-test-post-test and control group. The statistical population of this research included all students with social anxiety disorder in Ardabil city in the academic year of 1401-1402. The sample of this research consists of 45 students with social anxiety disorder who were selected by available sampling method and were placed in 3 groups, each group consisting of 15 subjects (psychodrama 15 people, cognitive behavioral play therapy 15 people and control 15 people). Each subject was randomly assigned to two treatment groups (psychodrama, cognitive behavioral play therapy) and control. The instrument and questionnaire of this research included the Wisconsin card classification test and the emotional regulation questionnaire of Gross and John (2003). Findings: The results showed that psychodrama group therapy and cognitive play therapy are effective in improving executive functions and emotional regulation of male students with social anxiety at a significant level (0.05); No significant difference was found between the pre-test and post-test scores of the control group. The results of Bonferroni's post hoc test also showed that the effectiveness of psychodrama treatment is more effective in improving executive functions and emotional regulation. Conclusion: According to the sessions and results obtained, psychodrama group therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy had a positive effect on improving executive functions.
Neuropsychology
farzaneh davari; salimeh abbasi
Abstract
the aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of body percussion exercises on the executive performance and fundamental movement skills of mentally retarded children. The statistical population included children with mental retardation in Chadegan city, of which 30 people (15 people in the ...
Read More
the aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of body percussion exercises on the executive performance and fundamental movement skills of mentally retarded children. The statistical population included children with mental retardation in Chadegan city, of which 30 people (15 people in the experimental group, 15 people in the control group) with an age range of 8 to 10 years were selected and by performing continuous performance test (sustained attention), color-word Stroop (Response Inhibition) and Ulrich Gross Motor Skills Test 2015 (fundamental movement skills) participated in this research as a pre-test-post-test. During 8 weeks, the experimental group received 45-minute group 2 sessions of the selected intervention program of wind percussion. But the control group did the usual school activities. Data analysis was performed using multivariate analysis of variance at a significance level of p≤0.05. The results showed that the effect of wind percussion exercises on sustained attention (P=0.001), response inhibition (P=0.001) and fundamental movement skills (P=0.001) significant and the participants of the experimental group performed better than the control group (P=0.001). According to the findings, it seems that wind percussion exercises are a beneficial intervention to improve movement and cognitive skills in children with mental disabilities; Therefore, it is suggested to use these exercises in the physical education programs of exceptional schools and rehabilitation centers.
Neuropsychology
Mehdi Rahim Zadeh; Mohammad Esmaieli; Sajjad Mohammad Yari
Abstract
Background and Aims: The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of a selected physical fitness with and without transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on reaction time and shooting performance in officer students. The statistical population of the present study was all the students of ...
Read More
Background and Aims: The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of a selected physical fitness with and without transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on reaction time and shooting performance in officer students. The statistical population of the present study was all the students of Imam Ali University. Methods: Due to the type and purpose of the research, 36 students were randomly divided into 3 groups (physical fitness without TDCS (12), physical fitness with TDCS (12) and Sham (12)) as a sample of the research. The study included the pre-test and post-test steps. In the pre -test, the participants performed 10 pistol shootings and 20 efforts for each of the simple and selective reaction times and their performance was recorded. The training and stimulation period consisted of 10 sessions. The next step was similar to the pre -test and with a 24 -hour difference. The statistical method of variance analysis was used for recruitment. LSD follow-up test was used to compare couples. Findings: The results showed that physical fitness and transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS) had a significant effect on simple and selective reaction time. Also, physical fitness with TDCS has a significant effect on shooting performance and accuracy. Conclusion According to the results of this study, it can be suggested that transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS), which is a kind of brain stimulation, as a technique and complement to physical fitness exercises to enhance performance and cognitive-perceptual factors in military student programs Be used.
Neuropsychology
Halimeh Kachranloyi; paria Jangi
Abstract
The present study was conducted with the aim of predicting internet gaming disorder based on emotional ataxia and behavioral brain systems in adolescents. The descriptive research method was correlation type. The socio-statistics of the research included the students of Bojnord city in the academic year ...
Read More
The present study was conducted with the aim of predicting internet gaming disorder based on emotional ataxia and behavioral brain systems in adolescents. The descriptive research method was correlation type. The socio-statistics of the research included the students of Bojnord city in the academic year 1402-1401. Among these, 320 people were selected according to the entry criteria using a two-stage cluster sampling method. The tools used in this research included behavioral activator and inhibition scale, emotional dyslexia questionnaire and internet gaming disorder questionnaire. Pearson's correlation test and stepwise regression were used to analyze the data. The results showed that the dimensions of emotional dyslexia and brain-behavioral systems have a significant correlation with Internet gaming disorder in adolescents. The regression results also indicated that emotional dyslexia, behavioral activation system, and behavioral inhibition system explained 17%, 21%, and 22% of the variance of internet gaming disorder, respectively. Together, these two variables were able to explain 22% of the variance of Internet gaming disorder. Therefore, alexithymia and behavioral brain systems played an important role in predicting adolescent internet gaming disorder; In general, it can be concluded that emotional dyslexia and behavioral brain systems cause symptoms of Internet gaming disorder. The findings of the present research can have practical implications for psychologists in the field of etiology and intervention in Internet gaming disorder sufferers.
Neuropsychology
Niloofar Soltani; Azadeh Choobforoushzadeh; Kimia Sahraian
Abstract
Learning disorder is associated with numerous physical and mental stressors that affect the quality of life of students; Among these factors, we can mention the reduction of auditory memory and anxiety. The purpose of this research is to determine the effectiveness of transcranial brain stimulation using ...
Read More
Learning disorder is associated with numerous physical and mental stressors that affect the quality of life of students; Among these factors, we can mention the reduction of auditory memory and anxiety. The purpose of this research is to determine the effectiveness of transcranial brain stimulation using direct electric current on auditory memory and anxiety in students with learning disabilities. The research method is semi-experimental and pre-test and post-test with a control group. 30 students with learning disorders were selected by available sampling method and randomly divided into two groups of 15 people, control and experimental. The pre-test was taken from both, and then the intervention was performed only on the experimental group in 10 2-hour sessions, and the control group did not receive any intervention. Then both groups completed the same questionnaires as a post-test. The data collection tool was Wechsler's listening memory subscale and Spence Children’s Anxiety Scale (SCAS). SPSS-24 software and covariance analysis were used to analyze the scores. The results showed that transcranial brain stimulation using direct electric current is effective in improving auditory memory and reducing anxiety in students with learning disabilities.. The results of this research can be used in counseling, psychology and rehabilitation centers.
Neuropsychology
raheleh yazdani; Bahram Mirzaian
Abstract
The present study aims to compare the activity of brain/behavioral systems and attention bias in who are dealing with depression, anxiety, and also normal. The current study is a comparative causal study, and Its statistical population is formed by 480 psychology students of Sari Azad University, and ...
Read More
The present study aims to compare the activity of brain/behavioral systems and attention bias in who are dealing with depression, anxiety, and also normal. The current study is a comparative causal study, and Its statistical population is formed by 480 psychology students of Sari Azad University, and according to Krejcie and Morgan's table, 214 members are chosen by stratified sampling method. The sampling method in this case is available and purposeful. The equality of the two groups in terms of age, gender, education, and marital status is respected. To collect data for the study, the standardized versions of Beck's anxiety inventory, Beck's depression inventory, Gary Wilson's personality questionnaire and attention bias were used for analysis. The data was analyzed using spss 21 software and analysis of variance test. The obtained results show that there is a difference between the activity of Brain/behavioral systems, attention attention bias in who are dealing with depression, anxiety, and also normal. According to the findings, it can be concluded that brain-behavioral systems are the basis of individual differences and it seems that anxious and depressed people perceive more threats in their environment compared to healthy individuals. Correction of attention bias is effective in terms of diagnosing and treating anxiety or depression.
