Semantic information processing in cognitive processes

One way to evaluate cognitive processes in living or nonliving systems is by using the notion of “information processing”. Emotions as cognitive processes orient human beings to recognize, express and display themselves or their wellbeing through dynamical and adaptive form of information processing. In addition, humans behave or act emotionally in an embodied environment. The brain embeds symbols, meaning and purposes for emotions as well. So any model of natural or autonomous emotional agents/systems needs to consider the embodied features of emotions that are processed in an informational channel of the brain or a processing system. This analytical and explanatory study described in this chapter uses the pragmatic notion of information to develop a theoretical model for emotions that attempts to synthesize some essential aspects of human emotional processing. The model holds context-sensitive and purpose-based features of emotional pattering in the brain. The role of memory is discussed and an idea of control parameters that have roles in processing environmental variables in emotional patterning is introduced.

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Anxiety and Cognitive Processes in Problem Solving

Australian Journal of Education ◽

10.1177/000494417401800302 ◽

1974 ◽

Vol 18 (3) ◽

pp. 239-254 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Kenneth E. Sinclair ◽

Terence A. Heys ◽

Stephen de C. Kemmis

Keyword(s):

Information Processing ◽

Problem Solving ◽

Cognitive Processing ◽

Cognitive Processes ◽

Coping Styles ◽

Human Problem

In this paper a trait-state conception of anxiety is presented which incorporates a number of extensions to current theorizing. The conception is a cognitive one in that it emphasizes information processing that occurs with respect to both the trait and state components of anxiety. The conception indicates a number of insights into human problem solving that can be made through a consideration of cognitive processing, anxiety processing, and their interaction. In particular, the role of coping styles in threat reduction and the influence of A-state on specific cognitive processes are examined. Implications for theory and further research are discussed.

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Central coherence and the shaping of expertise in design: evidence from designers with autism spectrum conditions

Artificial intelligence for engineering design analysis and manufacturing ◽

10.1017/s089006041700066x ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 32 (3) ◽

pp. 321-330

Author(s):

Andy Dong ◽

Ann Heylighen

Keyword(s):

Information Processing ◽

Cognitive Processes ◽

Autism Spectrum ◽

Weak Central Coherence ◽

Central Coherence ◽

Autism Spectrum Conditions ◽

Coherence Theory ◽

Design Practice ◽

Cognitive Behaviors ◽

Personal Experiences

AbstractThis paper proposes to contribute to our understanding of the fundamental cognitive processes essential to designing by exploring the experiences of people who have different information processing behaviors to those found in most people. In particular, we focus on people with autism spectrum conditions (ASC) because they are known to have information processing behaviors that are both maladaptive and exceptional. Central to our study is the question: what can we learn from people with ASC about cognitive processes essential to designing? The scholarship on cognitive behaviors associated with the autism spectrum and narratives on the experiences with design practice by individuals with ASC are discussed in relation to cognitive processes associated with designing. In turn, the individuals commented upon the analysis of cognitive processes associated with designing in light of their personal experiences with design practice. We conclude that the weak central coherence theory of autism provides a useful prediction of the cognitive processes necessary for expertise in design, and that both the framework for expertise in design and the way it is studied may require updating.

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