Cognitive Operation (Noun)
Meaning
(psychology) the performance of some composite cognitive activity; an operation that affects mental contents; "the process of thinking"; "the cognitive operation of remembering".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The cognitive operation of language processing involves the complex interaction of multiple neural networks in the brain.
- During problem-solving tasks, cognitive operations such as reasoning and planning are essential for achieving a successful outcome.
- Researchers have identified various cognitive operations that contribute to decision-making, including attention, perception, and memory recall.
- Understanding the cognitive operation of learning and how it changes across the lifespan can inform the development of more effective educational strategies.
- Studies have shown that sleep deprivation impairs cognitive operations, including attention, working memory, and executive function.