Cognitive Development

Is the progressive maturation of mental processes that enable individuals to perceive, process, and interact with their environment. It encompasses the growth of abilities such as attention, memory, reasoning, problem-solving, language, executive function, and hand-eye coordination—the integration of visual perception with motor actions for tasks like catching, writing, or manipulating objects.

Influenced by genetics, environment, and experiences, cognitive development unfolds through stages, such as those outlined in Piaget’s theory (sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational, formal operational). It is critical for learning, social interaction, and adapting to new challenges, with hand-eye coordination playing a key role in physical and cognitive tasks, particularly in childhood and during rehabilitation.