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Hormonal Cognition

Meaning

Hormonal Cognition describes the direct and indirect influence of the endocrine system’s signaling molecules, or hormones, on various cognitive functions, including memory, attention, mood regulation, and executive processing. It recognizes the brain as a highly sensitive target organ for hormones like estrogen, testosterone, thyroid hormone, and cortisol. Clinical practice emphasizes that maintaining optimal hormonal balance is essential for sustaining peak mental acuity and emotional resilience throughout the lifespan. Declines in cognitive performance are frequently linked to subtle shifts in neuro-active hormone levels.