Cognitive Factors

Definition

Cognitive factors refer to the mental processes and activities involved in acquiring, processing, storing, and using information. These factors include attention, memory, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Related terms

Attention:

Attention refers to the ability to selectively focus on specific stimuli or information while ignoring others.

Memory:

Memory is the process by which information is encoded, stored, and retrieved for later use.

Problem-Solving:

Problem-solving involves finding solutions to difficult or complex situations by using reasoning skills and critical thinking.