Table 1 A classification of cognitive tasks
Category | Definition |
|---|---|
Reaction time | A type of task that measures the time between a sensory stimulus and a behavioral response |
Discrimination and decision-making task | A type of that necessitates focused attention on a particular stimulus or feature and generating a specific response |
Mental tracking/ working memory task | A type of task that demands the retention of information in the mind while potentially manipulating it through mental processes |
Verbal fluency task | A type of task that involves generating words spontaneously or under predetermined search conditions. This task is commonly utilized to investigate executive function |