COGNI: A Cognitive & Attention Six-Dimensional Framework
Authors: Adam Hafez, Zat+ Research Team Version: 1.0.0 — DRAFT
Abstract
COGNI covers cognitive-attentional instruments — ADHD screens (ASRS, CAARS), cognitive failures (CFQ), executive function (BRIEF-A, EFI-S), and neurodiversity screens (AQ-10, RAADS-14). Distinguishes trait neurocognitive style from acute cognitive load (e.g., depression- related concentration) which falls under SPIRAL.
1. Specification
1.1 Dimensions
| Code | Name | Direction | Operationalization |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | Concentration | strength | Sustained attention capacity |
| O | Order (organization) | strength | Planning + sequencing |
| G | Grip (working memory) | strength | Holding info in mind |
| N | Navigation (task switching) | strength | Cognitive flexibility |
| I | Impulse-control | strength | Inhibition + delay tolerance |
5 letters. 6th = S (Self-monitoring / metacognition).
1.2 Composite Index
Pure strength composite.
COGNI_Index = round(
C × 0.20 + O × 0.16 + G × 0.18 + N × 0.16 + I × 0.16 + S × 0.14
)
1.3 Norms
ASRS-v1.1 Part A cutoff: 4+ checked items suggests ADHD evaluation (Kessler et al. 2005). CFQ-25 mean ~45/100 in non-clinical (Broadbent et al. 1982).
2. Comparison
| Property | ASRS alone | BRIEF-A | COGNI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lay-readable | ✓ | partial | ✓ |
| Strength-direction | ✗ | partial | ✓ |
| Metacognition captured | ✗ | partial | ✓ |
| Cross-condition unified | ✗ | partial | ✓ |
References
- Kessler, R. C., et al. (2005). The World Health Organization Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS). Psychol Med, 35(2), 245-256.
- Broadbent, D. E., et al. (1982). The Cognitive Failures Questionnaire (CFQ). Br J Clin Psychol, 21(1), 1-16.
- Roth, R. M., Isquith, P. K., & Gioia, G. A. (2005). BRIEF-A: Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function — Adult. PAR.
- Allison, C., et al. (2012). Toward brief "Red Flags" for autism screening: AQ-10. J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry, 51(2).