Basic Psychological Mechanisms

For cognitive function to work normally, it needs a foundation of basic psychological mechanisms.

Social and emotional skills
  • Self-awareness
  • Social awareness
  • Self-management
  • Prosocial behavior
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship skills
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Basic psychological mechanisms

These psychological mechanisms include the following.

Motivation

The will to achieve something

Self-awareness

The ability to see your own abilities and limits

Self-reflection

The ability to step back and look at yourself