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neurocognitive

British  
/ ˌnjʊərəˈkɒɡnɪtɪv /

adjective

  1. of or relating to cognitive functions associated with particular areas of the brain

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Older patients or people with certain health conditions can experience neurocognitive issues after anesthesia, including memory or concentration problems, or postoperative delirium.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 3, 2026

A doctor’s declaration said Wilson has a “major neurocognitive disorder,” is taking medication for dementia, and “is unable to properly provide for his own personal needs for physical health, food, clothing, or shelter.”

From Seattle Times May 10, 2024

Social emotions are complex, and according to the paper, multiple psychological and neurocognitive processes might be acting simultaneously during social interactions, requiring a framework that can analyze these emotions along different dimensions.

From Science Daily Feb. 29, 2024

Brain fog is a term used to describe a range of neurocognitive symptoms, which can include forgetfulness and difficulties focusing, and paying attention — like what Vázquez described.

From Salon Feb. 28, 2024

“Mr. Wilson’s psychiatrist opines that Mr. Wilson lacks the capacity to give informed consent to medical treatment and Mr. Wilson has a major neurocognitive disorder,” the petition said.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 16, 2024

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