Cognitive Process

A Cognitive Process is a mental process that involves the acquisition, processing, storage, and retrieval of information.

Context:
- It can (often) involve Human Cognition, where cognitive functions such as attention, memory, and problem-solving are engaged.
- It can (often) be influenced by Environmental Factors which can either enhance or inhibit cognitive performance.
- It can range from simple Perception tasks to complex Problem Solving and Decision Making.
- It can involve Neurological Activities, where brain regions are specifically activated during various cognitive tasks.
- It can be assessed using Cognitive Assessment Tools to understand cognitive strengths and weaknesses.
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Example(s):
- a Memory Recall Process that showcases how individuals retrieve information from short-term and long-term memory.
- a Visual Perception Process that demonstrates the cognitive process of interpreting visual stimuli.
- a Skill Acquisition Process that exemplifies how new skills are learned and automatized over time.
- a Language Comprehension Process that illustrates how language is understood and processed to make sense of spoken or written communication.
- a Situation Awareness Process ...
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Counter-Example(s):
- Reflex Actions, which occur without conscious thought and are not considered cognitive processes.
- Autonomic Responses, such as heart rate modulation and digestion, which are regulated subconsciously.
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See: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Subsystem, Artificial Intelligence.

References

(Clark & Chalmers, 1998) ⇒ Andy Clark, and David Chalmers. (1998). "The Extended Mind.” In: Analysis, 58(1).
- NOTE: It presents the foundational argument that cognitive processes can extend beyond the individual's biological brain.