Intra-Subject Variability in Mathematical Learning Difficulties.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Mathematical learning difficulties (MLD) are characterized by difficulties in the understanding and processing of numbers and quantities. While MLD is related mainly to numerical deficits, studies show that this population has several other cognitive difficulties. The current study examined whether the cognitive deficits consisting of cognitive instability in the form of intra-subject variability (ISV) will also characterize the performance of individuals with MLD.

Method

Female adults with MLD and a matched control group performed numerical and non-numerical tasks and various ISV measures were compared between the two groups.

Results

Overall, the results showed that participants with MLD had higher ISV measures, including SD, sigma, and tau, only when perfo

SUBMITTER: Levy S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9400629 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature