The effect of exercise interventions on cognitive functions of neurodevelopmental disorders

Neurodevelopmental disorders are part of a broad spectrum characterized by the development of brain disorders. Since many literatures perceive them as different entities, a new approach tries to conceptualize NDDs as traits and as part of a continuum, mainly due to the high probability of comorbidity, early age of onset, and different biopsychosocial characteristics. Executive functions, including working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control, are crucial to daily life and often impaired in NDD. As new research arises, new cognitive models for NDDs emerge to provide a comprehensive perspective of what might influence executive dysfunction. The present work provides a nuanced understanding of how exercise interventions can optimize cognitive improvement and minimize executive dysfunction in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders. Additionally, we'll discuss the importance of physical activity for enhancing cognitive functions and how viewing these disorders as traits can lead to better treatment, assessment, and overall quality of life.