Cognition means:
Cognition is a term referring to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension. These processes include thinking, knowing, remembering, judging and problem-solving. These are higher-level functions of the brain and encompass language, imagination, perception, and planning.
Cognition functions:
- Attention
- Concentration
- Memory
Thinking Operations:
- Assertiveness
- Imagination and creativity
- Initiation of an activity
- Ability to follow instructions
- Sequencing
- Organization and planning
- Judgment
- Problem solving
Perception means:
Perception in simple term is how people see things Perception may be defined as the process by which an individual selects, organizes and interprets stimuli into a meaningful and coherent picture of the environment in which he lives.
Perception:
- Figure ground perception
- Orientation to space
- Topographical orientation
- Body image
- Right and Left discrimination
- Colour perception
- Size perception
- Shape perception
- Form constancy
- Depth perception
- Spatial orientation