What is a cognitive prosthetic?
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Have you ever heard the term cognitive prosthetic? Some people call it a “prosthetic for my brain” or “my external brain.”
A cognitive prosthetic, in the way we will use the term, refers to a smart device of some kind (e.g., smartphone, tablet, etc.) that can be used to help people with common cognitive-communication challenges such as those related to memory, organization, and executive functioning. I’m sure the idea of a cognitive prosthetic wasn’t the first thing on the minds of those who brought smart devices to the marketplace; however, the devices have opened up a whole new world for those living with cognitive challenges.
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