Noun
executive function (plural executive functions)
(psychology) Any of the higher mental functions that manage cognitive processes.
The inculcation of belief in the real existence of a common purpose is an essential executive function. Chester Barnard
According to Mark Siderits: "What the Buddhist has in mind is that on one occasion one part of the person might perform the executive function, on another occasion another part might do so. Source: Internet
Amphetamine exerts its behavioral effects by altering the use of monoamines as neuronal signals in the brain, primarily in catecholamine neurons in the reward and executive function pathways of the brain. Source: Internet
Although no statistical significance was found, the data did show that higher reported meditation practice was associated with a more significant change in executive function abilities when pre and post-test were compared. Source: Internet
During waking life an executive function interprets long-term memory consistent with reality checking. Source: Internet
He has always suffered from severe attention and executive function deficits, despite a high IQ — he’s 31 now. Source: Internet