Cognitive control dysfunctions are thought to contribute to the onset and maintenance of
depression. However, the causes and nature of these dysfunctions remain unknown. Here,
we critically review contemporary research on cognitive control in depression. We identify
three main conceptual issues in this field:(a) uncritical use of the tripartite model,(b) reliance
on descriptive explanations, and (c) lack of integration with emotional and motivational
impairments. Recent advances in cognitive neuroscience offer possibilities to resolve these …

Cognitive control dysfunctions are thought to contribute to the onset and maintenance of
depression. However, the causes and nature of these dysfunctions remain unknown. Here,
we critically review contemporary research on cognitive control in depression. We identify
three main conceptual issues in this field: 1) uncritical use of the tripartite model; 2) reliance
on descriptive explanations; and 3) lack of integration with emotional and motivational
impairments. Recent advances in cognitive neuroscience offer possibilities to resolve these …