Emotion Regulation & Executive Function

Question 1

Emotion Regulation

Answer 1

Initiating, inhibiting, & modulating emotions
* Internal feelings
* Cognitions
* Physiological responses
* Behavior
Co-regulation to independent regulation

Question 2

Executive Function

Answer 2

Conscious control of thoughts, emotions, and actions to pursue goals
* Attentional control
* Working memory
* Planning
* Inhibitory control
Associated with prefrontal cortex

Question 3

Marshmallow Study

Answer 3

• Study 3-5 year olds on delayed gratification for better reward
• Cognitive-related strategies most effective
• Waited less = lower academic performance & friendship quality