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Complex Problem Solving

Meaning

Complex Problem Solving refers to the advanced executive function capacity to analyze novel, ill-defined situations, generate potential solutions, evaluate their outcomes, and execute an adaptive strategy. This cognitive domain requires the simultaneous integration of working memory, logical reasoning, abstract thought, and sustained attention. It represents a pinnacle of human cognition, heavily reliant on the functional integrity of the prefrontal cortex and its connectivity with other brain regions. Optimal hormonal balance is essential for maintaining the neural resources required for this demanding task.