As noted above, analyses of associations between DTI measures and neuropsychological data were also limited, in that many cognitive functions that are impaired in VCFS (e.g., memory, executive functioning, social cognition) have not yet been examined in relationship to white matter microstructure in this disorder.
"It's fascinating that many cognitive functions — learning, planning, using tools — can be solved by brains several orders of magnitude smaller than ours," Dr. Dornhaus said.
Similarly, in a recent 6-week head to head study, Harvey et al (2004) demonstrated identical positive effects of ziprasidone and olanzapine on many cognitive functions.
Many cognitive functions, like learning, memory, language, decision making, or concept formation may be characterized by regular changes in time-varying processes.
High-level vehicle automation has been proposed as a valuable means to enhance the mobility of older drivers, as older drivers experience age-related declines in many cognitive functions that are vital for safe driving.
The IEEE 802.22 standard not only specifies the PHY and MAC protocols, but also includes many cognitive functions, such as spectrum management, sensing interface, geo-location and database access, etc.
Although only 11% of older men and 16% of older women develop Alzheimer's disease [ 2], many cognitive functioning processes slow significantly with aging [ 3].
Regions of the prefrontal cortex (PFC) are typically activated in many different cognitive functions.
But the frontal cortex, which handles many "higher," cognitive functions also plays an important role in shaping what we – think we – are seeing.
A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the patient revealed substantial damage to the right frontal lobe of his brain, which mediates many higher cognitive functions, including abstract thought.
From early adolescence until the mid-20s, the dramatic reshaping of connections between brain cells sculpts regions involved in planning, organization, and many other cognitive functions that we associate with "growing up".
