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Cognitive Development

Meaning

Cognitive Development is the clinical and biological process encompassing the lifelong maturation of mental capacities, including executive functions, memory, language, and problem-solving skills. This dynamic process involves significant structural changes in the brain, such as myelination and synaptic pruning, which are directly influenced by the endocrine environment from gestation through senescence. Optimal hormonal milieu is a prerequisite for achieving and maintaining peak cognitive performance across the lifespan.