cognitive representation

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MF:0000031

Curation status
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Published
Created
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1 Dec '21

Modified
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4 Feb '25

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Definition
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A <representation> which specifically depends on an anatomical structure in the cognitive system of an organism.

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Informal definition
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A mental representation of something that is experienced or imagined about one's inner or outer world.

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The use of the phrase ‘an anatomical structure in the cognitive system’ in the formal definition means that a specific cognitive representation will depend on parts of the brain, rather than involving the whole brain. When a belief is activated, the content of that belief is a cognitive representation.

Examples
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"Associative clusters" in the Reflective Impulsive Model; "Behavioural Schemata" in the Reflective Impulsive Model; "Relational Schemata" in the Reflective Impulsive Model; "Cognitive Factors (intrapersonal) / cognitive arm of the model" in the Ecological Model for Preventing Type 2 Diabetes; "Unconscious" in the Terror Management Health Model; "Conscious" in the Terror Management Health Model; "Death thought activation" in the Terror Management Health Model

Fuzzy set
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No

BCIO lower level ontology
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