Domain-General Cognitive Skills in Children with Mathematical Difficulties and Dyscalculia: A Systematic Review of the Literature.

ABSTRACT: Mathematical performance implies a series of numerical and mathematical skills (both innate and derived from formal training) as well as certain general cognitive abilities that, if inadequate, can have a cascading effect on mathematics learning. These latter skills were the focus of the present systematic review. The reviewing process was conducted according to the PRISMA statement. We included 46 studies comparing school-aged children's performance with and without math difficulties in the following cognitive domains: processing speed, phonological awareness, short- and long-term memory, executive functions, and attention. The results showed that some general cognitive domains were compromised in children with mathematical difficulties (i.e., executive functions, attention, and processin

SUBMITTER: Agostini F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8870543 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature