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Cognitive Latency Threshold

Meaning

The Cognitive Latency Threshold defines the minimum duration of time required for the central nervous system to process an external stimulus and formulate a corresponding behavioral or cognitive response. This metric serves as a physiological measure of processing speed and neurological efficiency, where a lower threshold indicates faster, more fluid cognitive performance. Clinically, this threshold is highly sensitive to fluctuations in neuroendocrine status, including the influence of stress hormones and sex steroids.