Executive Function

A set of higher-order cognitive processes that enable planning, organizing, initiating tasks, sustaining attention, managing time, regulating emotions, and adapting to new situations. Executive functions are critical for goal-directed behavior and are commonly impaired in conditions such as ADHD, autism, traumatic brain injury, and various neurological disorders. In accessibility, understanding executive function is essential for designing systems, processes, and interfaces that do not place excessive demands on these cognitive capacities.