Cognitive neuroscience studies relationships between brain activity and cognitive processes such as attention, memory, language, and decision-making. It aims to understand how neural mechanisms support these mental functions.

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Cognitive learning theories differ from strict behavioral ones by accounting for changes in mental processes such as thinking, memory, and problem-solving. While behavioral theories focus on observable behaviors, cognitive theories emphasize internal mental processes that impact learning and behavior. Cognitive theories also consider the role of beliefs, expectations, and perceptions in shaping behavior.

Cognitive psychologists would be least interested in studying the effects of medication on physical health, as their focus is on understanding mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving.