The evolution of false beliefs based on the structural model of responsive inhibition interventions, active memory, planning, organizing and mental flexibility in children aged 7 to 12 years

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between executive functions and the level of mental theory development of elementary students.
The research method is correlation. The statistical population in this research includes all normal elementary school students in Mashhad, who were studying in schools of Mashhad in the academic year of 1995-96. The sample consisted of 180 people. Which were selected randomly by cluster sampling method based on age, gender and academic background from the elementary schools of district 5 of Mashhad. Data gathering tools in this study included the 38-item question of Morris and Associates theory, psychological nerve tests of executive functions. Data were analyzed by structural analysis method and using LaserLevel software version 19.
The findings of this study showed that there is a positive and significant relationship between the components of executive functions and the level of the theory of mind. Also, inhibitory response and active memory are capable of predicting the growth level of the theory of mind.
In general, executive actions, especially active memory and inhibition of response, play a decisive role in the prediction and evolution of human mental capacities, including theoretical capabilities of mind. And improving these actions leads to a better understanding of social in humans. Therefore, paying attention to the capacity and efficiency of learner's learning memory on the effectiveness of the educational process and the design of educational materials, whose ultimate goal is to create, extend or facilitate cognitive functions, has a positive effect.