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Cognitive Processing Deficits

Meaning

Cognitive processing deficits describe measurable impairments in the speed, accuracy, or efficiency of fundamental mental operations, such as attention, memory encoding, executive function, and decision-making. These deficits are not necessarily indicative of a specific neurological disease but represent a suboptimal state of brain function. From a hormonal perspective, these impairments are often linked to dysregulation in stress hormones or thyroid function, which directly influence neurochemical signaling. Addressing these deficits is a key goal in restorative hormonal health protocols.