Development of Interference Control in Children and Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Ellen MM Jongen, Lisa M Jonkman
Primary Institution: Maastricht University
Hypothesis
Are stimulus and response interference in a color-object Stroop task subject to distinct maturational patterns across childhood?
Conclusion
Processes of stimulus interference control mature early in childhood, while response interference control continues to develop into late adolescence.
Supporting Evidence
- Children aged 6-7 showed ERP modulations related to stimulus interference.
- Adults showed a higher ability to inhibit responses compared to children.
- Response interference effects were present in all age groups but more pronounced in children.
Takeaway
This study looked at how kids and adults handle distractions when naming colors of objects. Kids get better at ignoring distractions as they grow up.
Methodology
Participants performed a manual Color-Object Stroop task while their brain activity was recorded using event-related potentials (ERPs).
Potential Biases
Potential bias in participant selection as children were recruited from specific schools.
Limitations
The study focused only on specific age groups and may not generalize to all children or adults.
Participant Demographics
57 children aged 6-12 years and 21 adults aged 18-28 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.0005
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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