Cognitive Performance

The cognitive performance refers to the brain's ability to process, interpret and use information effectively. In the workplace, a good cognitive performance is essential to carry out complex tasks and handle multiple responsibilities. For example, the ability to concentrate allows employees to stay focused on projects, the memory is crucial to remember instructions and important data, while the problem-solving skills to tackle unexpected challenges effectively. A deficit in these areas can result in frequent errors, low productivity, difficulties to comply with the deadlines set, ineffective management of the time and a decrease in the quality of the work.

In the educational environment, the performance is also vital for the academic success and cognitive deficits can lead to difficulties in the understanding of the subjects and a limited capacity to undertake projects and work with success, which can affect the motivation and self-confidence, creating a cycle that perpetuates the academic difficulties and self-image.