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Fundamental differences between perception and cognition aside from cognitive penetrability.

Graeme S Halford1, Trevor J Hine2

  • 1School of Psychology,The University of Queensland,Brisbane 4067,Australia.

The Behavioral and Brain Sciences
|March 31, 2017
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This study differentiates perception and cognition, proposing relational knowledge theory for cognition. Key distinctions include symbols, operating systems, and working memory representations for inference generation.

Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Science
  • Neuroscience
  • Philosophy of Mind

Background:

  • The relationship between perception and cognition is complex and debated.
  • Cognitive penetrability, the influence of cognition on perception, is a key area of inquiry.
  • A clear distinction between perceptual and cognitive processes is crucial for understanding the mind.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish fundamental differences between perception and cognition.
  • To propose a theoretical framework for understanding core cognitive processes.
  • To identify distinguishing properties that separate perception from cognition.

Main Methods:

  • Theoretical analysis of cognitive processes.
  • Integration of core cognitive functions under the theory of relational knowledge.

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  • Identification of key distinguishing properties such as symbolic representation and working memory construction.

    • Main Results:

    • Perception and cognition can be distinguished independently of cognitive penetrability.
    • The theory of relational knowledge provides a framework for core cognitive processes.
    • Distinguishing properties include symbolic representation, operating systems, structure-consistent mapping, working memory for inference, and distinct developmental trajectories.

    Conclusions:

    • A clear distinction between perception and cognition is theoretically maintainable.
    • Relational knowledge theory offers a unified view of cognitive processes.
    • Identifying specific properties like symbolic systems and working memory aids in differentiating cognitive functions.