Adele Diamond

This episode is a discussion with Dr. Adele Diamond about executive functions (EFs), with a focus on children and the developing brain. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including models of EFs, three core EFs (inhibitory control, working memory, and cognitive flexibility), the differential development of EF components during childhood, the ability of early EFs to predict later life outcomes, relationships between EFs and fluid intelligence, assessment of EFs, task impurity, and interventions to improve EFs in children. Show notes are available at www.NavNeuro.com/138 _________________ If you'd like to support the show, here are a few easy ways: 1) Get APA-approved CE credits for listening to select episodes: www.NavNeuro.com/INS 2) Tell your friends and colleagues about it 3) Subscribe (free) and leave an Apple Podcasts rating/review: www.NavNeuro.com/itunes 4) Check out our book Becoming a Neuropsychologist, and leave it an Amazon rating Thanks for listening, and join us next time as we continue to navigate the brain and behavior! [Note: This podcast and all linked content is intended for general educational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of psychology or any other professional healthcare advice and services. No professional relationship is formed between hosts and listeners. All content is to be used at listeners' own risk. Users should always seek appropriate medical and psychological care from their licensed healthcare provider.]

Adele Diamond, a developmental cognitive neuroscientist at UBC who studies executive function, describes why attention is teachable. She explains how play, dance, music, and cultural practices build inhibitory control, working memory, and flexibility. She highlights programs and policies that use full-body learning and reflection to strengthen minds and social connection.

Adele Diamond, a developmental cognitive neuroscientist at UBC known for research on inhibition, working memory, and cognitive flexibility. She discusses how impulse control, working memory, and mental flexibility shape creativity and self-regulation. Topics include play and Tools of the Mind, mindful movement and martial arts, scaffolds in classrooms, and why letting children struggle builds lasting skills.