The purpose of this study was to explore the physical, social, and mental health correlates of
executive functioning in adults. Our sample consisted of 250 adults aged 18–55 years who …

Executive functions are cognitive abilities that allow for more goal-oriented and autonomous
behavior. The authors examined the relationship between self-rated executive functions and …

Positive psychological characteristics and executive function are correlated with gratitude,
satisfaction with life, and forgiveness. The goal of this study was to replicate these findings …

The ability to control urges and impulses does more than keep us out of trouble. Over the
long haul, people with strong executive functions do better in many areas of life, such as at …

Recent studies have suggested that executive functions (EF) predict life satisfaction for older
adults. However, the mechanism is not known. By analyzing a sample (N= 3,287, ages 32 …

Executive functions (EFs) have been identified as processes in the ability to select and apply
adaptive strategies for coping with stress. This study compares executive functioning, short …

Although executive functioning (EF) has implications for one's emotional functioning and
interpersonal behavior, and EF skills become more variable as we age, little research has …

According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, by 2030, the population of
individuals 65 years of age or older is expected to be close to 70 million people, or 20% of …

Objectives: Problems in subjective executive function, the perceived cognitive control of
mental processes for goal-directed behavior, may indicate cognitive impairment in older …

Emotional acceptance is thought to play an important role in protecting mental health.
However, few studies have examined emotional acceptance among older adults who may …