Cognition and Assessment

Cognition refers to the mental processes involved in acquiring knowledge and understanding, such as thinking, memory, attention, problem-solving, and decision-making. Assessment is the process of measuring and evaluating these cognitive functions to understand an individual's strengths and difficulties. It often involves tests, tasks, or interviews conducted by professionals to gather information about how well someone perceives, processes, and responds to information. Together, cognition and assessment help identify cognitive abilities, monitor changes over time, and inform interventions or support strategies to improve daily functioning and quality of life.