The functional capacity of the prefrontal cortex (PFC) to execute executive functions, including working memory, decision-making, and impulse control, often correlated with optimized neuroendocrine status. High efficiency supports complex behavior and sustained focus.
Origin
This merges the anatomical location, the PFC, with the concept of operational effectiveness (“efficiency”) within cognitive neuroscience, highlighting its role in higher-order processing.
Mechanism
Efficiency in the PFC is supported by optimal levels of neuromodulators like dopamine and norepinephrine, alongside adequate cerebral blood flow and reduced systemic inflammation, which prevents neuronal stress and supports synaptic integrity critical for cognitive tasks.
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