Evaluating the Effectiveness of Cognitive Rehabilitation Based on Executive Functions (BETA) on the Behavioral Functioning of Slow Learners

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive rehabilitation based on executive functions on behavioral function in slow learners. The statistical population consists of all slow students of elementary schools studying in 2019. Among them, 30 individuals were selected from the available schools of Kashan town. This sample was divided into two groups. The experimental group received 12 sessions of cognitive rehabilitation intervention for 1 hour per week for three months. Both groups were assessed before and after the intervention using Working Memory Test Battery-Children (WMTB-C) for children, and Achenbach System of Empirically Based Assessment (ASEBA) questionnaire for parents. The data was analyzed by using analysis of covariance and SPSS software. Findings revealed that Beta cognitive rehabilitation intervention focusing on executive functions (active memory, continuous attention and management) had a significant effect on behavioral function of slow learners. According to the results of this study, cognitive rehabilitation package can be used to increase active memory of slow learners in schools and improve academic status and recognition of these students.