Cognitive Processes

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Key Concepts

Attention

The ability to selectively focus on certain stimuli while ignoring others, crucial for efficient information processing.

Memory

The capacity to retain and retrieve information over time, essential for learning and decision-making.

Perception

The process by which sensory information is interpreted and organized into meaningful experiences.

Problem-Solving

The cognitive strategies used to overcome obstacles or achieve goals, often involving reasoning and decision-making.

Learning

The acquisition of new knowledge or skills through experience or instruction, influenced by cognitive processes like attention and memory.