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cognitive shifting

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Cognitive shifting is a core executive function defined as the cognitive capacity to flexibly adapt thought processes, attention, and behavioral strategies in response to changing task demands, goals, or environmental contingencies. This concept investigates the neural and psychological mechanisms underlying the ability to disengage from a previous mental set and transition to a new one, highlighting its crucial role in adaptive behavior, problem-solving, and cognitive flexibility across various domains.

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YM

Kyoto University

KV

Radboud University Nijmegen

KH

The University of Tokyo

AL

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

MH

Radboud University Nijmegen

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Radboud University Nijmegen

Nijmegen, The Netherlands