Can improving working memory prevent academic difficulties? a school based randomised controlled trial

• Main Authors: Anderson Peter (Author), Gold Lisa (Author), Quach Jon (Author), Roberts Gehan (Author), Rickards Field (Author), Mensah Fiona (Author), Ainley John (Author), Gathercole Susan (Author), Wake Melissa (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2011-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Low academic achievement is common and is associated with adverse outcomes such as grade repetition, behavioural disorders and unemployment. The ability to accurately identify these children and intervene before they experience acade...