Cognitive Flexibility

Definition

Cognitive flexibility refers to the ability to adapt cognitive strategies or switch between different mental tasks in response to changing demands or situations. It involves being able to think flexibly, shift perspectives, generate new ideas, and adjust approaches when facing novel problems or challenges.

Related terms

Executive Functioning: A set of cognitive processes that regulate goal-directed behaviors including problem-solving skills, attention control, planning ahead.

Adaptability: The capacity to adjust one's thoughts or behaviors according to changes in the environment.

Divergent Thinking:

A type of creative thinking that involves generating multiple possible solutions or ideas for a given problem.