#Cognitive Framework

[raffaellopalandri]

How Cognitive Frameworks and Modes of Attention Shape Reality

Human perception is not a passive intake of environmental data but an active, anticipatory, and deeply interpretative neurological process. Photo by KATRIN BOLOVTSOVA on Pexels.com From a neuroscientific standpoint, perception arises from the brain’s continuous attempt to predict sensory input based on past experience, current context, and internalized models—what we might call cognitive…

[chicago-geniza]

Library trip made me nostalgic for grad school so we are interrupting regularly scheduled Tasks Time for an interlude with my good friend Jacques

[omegaphilosophia]

Language, Thought, and Reality: The Interplay of Human Understanding

Language is more than a mere tool for communication; it's a fundamental element of human cognition that significantly shapes our perception of reality. The intricate relationship between language, thought, and reality has intrigued philosophers, linguists, and cognitive scientists for centuries. This intricate interplay not only influences how we express our ideas but also defines the very nature of our thoughts and, by extension, the way we perceive the world.

Language as a Lens to Reality

One of the most influential ideas in this realm is the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, which posits that the structure and vocabulary of a language can mold and constrain the way its speakers think about the world. This concept comes in two flavors: linguistic determinism and linguistic relativism. Linguistic determinism suggests that language entirely determines the way we think, limiting our thoughts to what is expressible in our language. Linguistic relativism, on the other hand, holds that language influences thought but doesn't strictly determine it.

Consider, for instance, the linguistic distinction between colors. Languages vary in how they categorize and label colors. Some have more words for different shades of blue, while others may combine colors that speakers of different languages consider distinct. This variation can affect how people perceive and categorize colors. If a language doesn't have a distinct word for a certain shade, its speakers may be less likely to perceive it as a separate entity. In this way, language can serve as a lens through which we view and define our reality.

The Mind's Toolkit: Language and Concepts

Language, in its complexity, provides us with a toolkit for understanding and categorizing the world. Words are not just labels but also containers of meaning and concepts. They define boundaries, allowing us to separate, categorize, and convey information. The very presence of specific words in a language implies the importance of these distinctions to its speakers.

Furthermore, the structural components of a language, such as syntax and grammar, govern how ideas are connected and expressed. They provide a blueprint for how concepts are related within the realm of thought. Thus, language helps us not only to classify the world but also to construct our understanding of it.

The Cultural Dimension

It's important to recognize that language isn't just an individual phenomenon. It is deeply entwined with culture. The language a person speaks is often a reflection of their cultural background and can encompass shared beliefs, values, and worldviews. Cultural linguistics explores how a language's unique features emerge from and influence the culture it is embedded in.

Beyond Language

While the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis and the study of linguistic relativity highlight the significance of language in shaping thought and reality, they are not without controversy. Critics argue that thought and perception are not solely dictated by language. Concepts like non-verbal communication, universal human experiences, and innate cognitive structures challenge the idea of linguistic determinism.

In the grand scheme of philosophy, the relationship between language, thought, and reality remains an open question. Language undoubtedly plays a vital role in shaping our perception of the world, but its extent and limits continue to be topics of philosophical inquiry.

As we ponder the intricate connection between language, thought, and reality, we gain insight into the profound ways in which human beings engage with and understand the world. This philosophical exploration enriches our understanding of the human experience and broadens the horizons of cognitive science, linguistics, and cultural studies.

[fiercestpurpose]

Apocalypse is about —

No, scratch that. No genre is ever about any one thing in particular, not when it’s a broad and varied genre made by many people with many different thematic concerns.

The thing that is most resonant and most meaningful in apocalyptic fiction to me in particular is the revelation of the world as constructed somewhat arbitrarily. Like a lot of the things we treat as important are rendered utterly meaningless in apocalyptic scenarios. All the systems and bureaucracies and constructs that make up our life fall away and in so doing are revealed as the absurdities that they are.

To be clear this is not a “the apocalypse purifies” reading or a “only real men survive the apocalypse” one. I’m saying that apocalypse works much like many other science fiction scenarios, in that it presents a strange world so that the reader can reflect back on the world around them. The post apocalyptic world is the same as the alien world, a place where many of the things taken for granted are no longer true and the characters and readers are forced to reevaluate what actually matters.

The difference, for me, is that post-apocalyptic fiction doesn’t just say, “The world doesn’t have to follow these arbitrary rules.” It says, “The world that followed these arbitrary rules is gone. All of that has been completely destroyed.” The characters in apocalyptic fiction have to grapple with this themselves. Instead of a mere comparison, it’s a comparison accompanied by a pervasive sense of loss.

The ghosts of the past are all around you, present in the physical structures of the old world, representing an organization that you thought was how the world worked. Now you know that all along, your entire society was fragile and able to be destroyed, that the iron-clad laws you lived by were simply made up by the force of collective societal belief. And you have to figure out how to live in the aftermath of the loss of that belief.

[cambridgecreationlab]

Visualize Disciplines

Challenging Habits of Thought via Interdisciplinary Studies

The Cambridge Creation Lab (CCL) is an interdisciplinary institution that provides specialized education and training. If you are interested in setting up interdisciplinary educational concepts, organizational and professional development, and consultancy for both students and instructors, please feel free to seek help from the institute. The Cambridge Creation Lab's Interdisciplinary Courses department offers a dynamic platform and the opportunity to investigate the world through the convergence of various disciplines, thereby challenging the boundaries of traditional learning. Our courses not only focus on the theoretical aspects of interdisciplinary studies but also provide practical skills that are directly applicable in real-world scenarios. These practical skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication, are essential for success in any professional field. History has demonstrated the extensive and profound historical origins of the concepts of interdisciplinarity, design, and creativity. The creative process is distinguished by the dynamic integration of mental representations and ideas that have not been previously investigated, whether they originate from memory or imagination. This process necessitates the integration of distinct modes of thought. Interdisciplinary studies are characterized by the utilization of a diverse array of academic disciplines to address intricate issues or inquiries that are beyond the scope of a single field of study. The process of interdisciplinary research allows us to combine knowledge and methods of thinking from various fields, resulting in cognitive advancement that will enable us to approach real-world problems from a unique perspective. By engaging in guided activities, completing written assignments, and having conversations, students will develop their capacity to conduct in-depth investigations on their chosen academic topics using various media. Our courses concentrate on the procedures and methodologies employed in numerous fields, enabling students to explore multiple research avenues and establish connections across a wide range of disciplines. Ultimately, this course serves as a vital catalyst for cognitive growth, equipping students with the tools necessary for innovative problem-solving in an increasingly complex world. By honing their ability to conduct thorough investigations through diverse media, learners deepen their understanding and cultivate a versatile skill set applicable across various fields. The emphasis on procedural methodologies fosters a structured research approach, empowering students to navigate and explore multiple avenues while establishing meaningful connections across disciplines. This multifaceted learning experience enriches individual knowledge and prepares participants to tackle real-world challenges with creativity and insight.

[thelovebudllc]

Computational framework protects privacy in voice-based cognitive health assessments

Digital voice recordings contain valuable information that can indicate an individual’s cognitive health, offering a non-invasive and efficient method for assessment. Research has demonstrated that digital voice measures can detect early signs of cognitive decline by analyzing features such as speech rate, articulation, pitch variation and pauses, which may signal cognitive impairment when…

[lilac-set]

I just saw a post talking about how mbti is basically astrology and your personality isnt determined by an online test and whatever and just generally dissing mbti and i dont really care enough to engage with *that* post but you guys do know that the tests dont determine your type, right? There is no official test, all the tests are just made by random people who wanted to try their hand at making a test, but you need to only take them as seriously as youd take a uquiz or idrlabs at best. Of course you get different results taking different quizzes or taking them at different times, they arent authoritative. A quiz on this never could be authoritative, its a self-identity only. Its like if you took several “am i gay?” quizzes and kept getting different answers so you decided that sexuality as a whole concept is bogus. If you wanna know your type you just need to familiarize yourself with the terms and figure it out yourself. Which is completely optional! Knowing your type isnt compulsory and not everyone even fits the framework. But theres a difference between saying “im not really gay, straight, or bi, and i dont care to find a label” and “people that label their sexuality are a bunch of lunatics”

The other thing i wanna say is that everyone has all of the cognitive functions. Whether your acronym says N or S you definitely have both sensing and intuition, everyone has everything, thats super baked into the theory. The question is just which one you tend to favor when you have a choice. That being the case, that everyone has and uses everything, all the stereotypes and horoscopes and whatever else youre seeing on pinterest and instagram are 100% false and baseless and not how its intended to be used. People can have different types and behave the same. People can have the same types and behave differently. Because contrary to the advertising done by one particular 3rd party test maker, there arent 16 personalities, there isnt a finite number of personalities, there isnt even a finite number of *factors* to a personality, mbti isnt a comprehensive statement about how you are as a person, all it addresses is what type of information you tend to find more interesting or valuable in certain types of situations. Thats it. It doesnt actually even addresses how much social interaction you need, introversion and extroversion in the conventional sense arent what the E and I stand for

Its a useful tool to understand your own thought patterns if you WANT IT. And if it happens to work for you. The four of us decided to use it in place of system roles because it feels to us like a more humanizing way to understand our relationship with our each other. And yet even though we’ve chosen to make this a huge part of our identities, one of us (out of four) doesnt even fit the framework. But despite not having a type that technically exists, its still helpful for us to understand how he prefers to operate in mbti terms, cuz theres not really any other vocabulary to talk about this

The people who are coercing you to have, know, and identify with a type are the problem (especially if theyre basing any sort of opinion or expectation of you on it). The availability of the terminology for people who want to use it for themselves isnt the problem

[bhb-equanimitimmarcescible]

Homn!versalité & Cognurture

Les sciences cognitives classiques ont typiquement, ne serait-ce qu'implicitement, présupposé que le sujet propre de notre science est un esprit humain unique et universel. En même temps, une hypothèse newtonienne d'universalité est difficile à concilier avec le rôle central de la culture dans l'organisation des sociétés et des esprits humains.

Résumé La science cognitive est une étude des universels humains. Cette hypothèse, que nous appellerons le principe newtonien (PN), imprègne explicitement ou implicitement la théorie, les méthodes et la prose de la plupart des recherches cognitives. Et ce, malgré au moins un demi-siècle de critiques soutenues de la part de chercheurs interculturels et anthropologiques et de contre-exemples…

[borngeniusworld]

🧠 Ready to Think Smarter? Master These 7 Critical Thinking Exercises!

Saarthi For Success 🔍 A Step-by-Step Guide to Sharpen Your Critical Thinking SkillsCritical thinking is like a muscle—the more you use it, the sharper it gets! 🧠 Here’s a practical roadmap to boost your ability to evaluate arguments, spot logical flaws, and make better decisions.🛠️ Step 1: What is Critical Thinking?Ever tried defining it yourself?Exercise: Write your own definition.Identify…

[captaingimpy]

The Myth of Adult Education: Why the Andragogy vs. Pedagogy Divide Fails

One of the most pervasive myths in education today is that adults and children require fundamentally different approaches to learning. This belief has fueled an entire industry dedicated to “andragogy,” a concept coined to define the supposed unique ways adults learn. But is this dichotomy—adult education versus child education—real? I argue it is not. Instead, this divide reflects social…

[ujusttry]

Book Summary of How to Decide by Annie Duke

How to Decide by Annie Duke is a practical guide on mastering decision-making. Whether in daily life or high-stakes situations, Duke helps you develop better decision skills, teaching you to embrace uncertainty and make smarter, more confident choices. Overview of the Author: Annie DukeThe Purpose of How to DecideKey Themes in How to Decide by Annie DukeDecision-Making as a SkillThe Role of…

[omegaphilosophia]

The Ontology of Concepts

The ontology of concepts explores the nature, existence, and structure of concepts as abstract entities that underpin human thought, language, and knowledge. It investigates questions about what concepts are, how they exist, and their role in cognition and communication. This field overlaps with metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, and linguistics.

Key Questions:

What are concepts?

Are they mental representations, abstract universals, or tools for categorization?

Do they exist independently of human minds, or are they purely constructed?

How do concepts exist?

Are concepts reducible to physical states in the brain (materialism)?

Are they immaterial and universal entities (Platonism)?

Are they social constructs shaped by cultural and linguistic frameworks?

What is the structure of concepts?

Are concepts static entities or dynamic processes that evolve over time?

How are they related to categories, prototypes, and exemplars?

Theoretical Perspectives:

Platonism:

Concepts exist as timeless, universal forms or abstract objects, independent of human minds.

Conceptualism:

Concepts exist within the mind as mental representations but are derived from shared experiences.

Nominalism:

Concepts do not exist independently; they are merely names or labels we use to group similar objects.

Prototype Theory:

Concepts are structured around prototypes or typical examples, as proposed in cognitive science.

Dynamic and Embodied Perspectives:

Concepts are fluid and shaped by sensory-motor experiences, context, and interaction with the environment.

The Relationship Between Concepts and Language:

Concepts are often tied to linguistic expression, but their existence may not depend entirely on language.

The Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis suggests that language shapes conceptual understanding.

Frege's distinction between sense and reference highlights how concepts mediate between words and the world.

Ontological Issues in Concepts:

Universality vs. Particularity:

Are concepts universal across cultures, or do they vary based on individual or societal contexts?

Independence vs. Dependence:

Do concepts exist independently of human thought, or are they contingent on cognitive processes?

Abstract vs. Concrete:

How do abstract concepts (e.g., justice) relate to concrete ones (e.g., apple)?

Practical Applications:

Artificial Intelligence: Understanding the ontology of concepts aids in developing AI systems capable of abstract reasoning.

Epistemology: Concepts are central to knowledge acquisition and classification.

Cultural Studies: Analyzing how concepts differ across societies illuminates cultural and linguistic diversity.

The ontology of concepts remains a rich and evolving field that bridges multiple disciplines, addressing profound questions about the foundation of human understanding.

[deepjuillet]

Becoming multilingual: Pitfalls of the 80-20 rule

Learning a language is an exciting process. Not only does it open new frontiers for you to discover the art and culture of a region/population, but it also enables your mind to think in a different way and improves your concentration and creativity. Being bilingual from early childhood brings neurological changes to our brains that help better cognitive functioning. From personal experience,…

[cambridgecreationlab]

Interdisciplinary Dialogues

Challenging Habits of Thought via Interdisciplinary Studies

The Cambridge Creation Lab (CCL) is an interdisciplinary institution that provides specialized education and training. If you are interested in setting up interdisciplinary educational concepts, organizational and professional development, and consultancy for both students and instructors, please feel free to seek help from the institute. The Cambridge Creation Lab's Interdisciplinary Courses department offers a dynamic platform and the opportunity to investigate the world through the convergence of various disciplines, thereby challenging the boundaries of traditional learning. Our courses not only focus on the theoretical aspects of interdisciplinary studies but also provide practical skills that are directly applicable in real-world scenarios. These practical skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication, are essential for success in any professional field. History has demonstrated the extensive and profound historical origins of the concepts of interdisciplinarity, design, and creativity. The creative process is distinguished by the dynamic integration of mental representations and ideas that have not been previously investigated, whether they originate from memory or imagination. This process necessitates the integration of distinct modes of thought. Interdisciplinary studies are characterized by the utilization of a diverse array of academic disciplines to address intricate issues or inquiries that are beyond the scope of a single field of study. The process of interdisciplinary research allows us to combine knowledge and methods of thinking from various fields, resulting in cognitive advancement that will enable us to approach real-world problems from a unique perspective. By engaging in guided activities, completing written assignments, and having conversations, students will develop their capacity to conduct in-depth investigations on their chosen academic topics using various media. Our courses concentrate on the procedures and methodologies employed in numerous fields, enabling students to explore multiple research avenues and establish connections across a wide range of disciplines. Ultimately, this course serves as a vital catalyst for cognitive growth, equipping students with the tools necessary for innovative problem-solving in an increasingly complex world. By honing their ability to conduct thorough investigations through diverse media, learners deepen their understanding and cultivate a versatile skill set applicable across various fields. The emphasis on procedural methodologies fosters a structured research approach, empowering students to navigate and explore multiple avenues while establishing meaningful connections across disciplines. This multifaceted learning experience enriches individual knowledge and prepares participants to tackle real-world challenges with creativity and insight.

[neosciencehub]

Future of Neurotechnology in Post - Neuralink Era!

Future of Neurotechnology in Post-Neuralink Era! @neosciencehub #neosciencehub #science #neurotechnology #neuralink #braincomputer #neurological #brainchip #NeuralinkDevelopment #DataSecurity #ArtificialIntelligence #AITech #HumanAI #NSH #Innovations

The successful human implantation of Neuralink’s brain-computer interface marks a watershed moment in the field of Neurotechnology. This achievement not only demonstrates the immense potential of merging human cognition with artificial intelligence but also sets the stage for a future filled with extraordinary possibilities and challenges. NSH’s special report is to explore what lies ahead in the…

[aropride]

iirc my college has more than 3000 students and ive never seen anyone else wearing an n95 before. ive seen kn95s, a few kf94s, a few cloth masks, and several blue surgical masks, but never another n95 wearer. out of thousands of people. im always the only person wearing a mask in any of my classes. and my school is definitely more liberal and my social circle specifically is very leftist, and still barely anyone masks. i really dont understand why people arent at least a little more willing to do anything at all about the mass disabling virus everyone’s ignoring. the cognitive dissonance has got to be insane

remember the brief period at the beginning of the pandemic when, like, democrats and anyone further left than them near-universally saw not masking as embarrassing and anti-science. i miss that.