Executive functions in everyday life in children born small for gestational age - a pilot study of pre-term to full-term children 3 years and younger

The study found no significant differences in EF between children born SGA and AGA based on parental ratings. Given the small sample the lower language ability in the SGA group suggests potential EF impairments, which could be detected at a younger age than is presently customary. These findings underscore the need for further research using varied assessment methods and larger samples to better understand EF development in this population. Early discovery of EF impairment is important for enabling adequate interventions for family, school, and health care.