Define the Term Attention and Describe the Four Types of Attention

question 72

Essay

Define the term attention and describe the four types of attention.

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Definitions:

Attention Deficit Disorder

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by a pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development.

Cognitive

Relating to mental processes such as perception, memory, language, reasoning, and problem-solving.

Behavioural Strategies

Techniques or methods used to alter or control the actions or attitudes of individuals or groups towards more desirable behavior.

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

The process by which a belief or expectation, correct or incorrect, affects an individual's behavior in a way that causes the belief to materialize.