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Rezaei Javan N, Bahmani M, Teymorzadeh Najjar A M, Soltanzadeh S, Falakdin A, Feizipour Namaghi M, et al . Neurocognitive Correlates of Decision Making; Review of Literature and Designing a Conceptual Model Neurocognitive Insights into Decision Making. ijdld 2026; 26 (1) :29-44
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Nasim Rezaei Javan1 
, Mehrnoush Bahmani1 , Amir Mohammad Teymorzadeh Najjar1 , Soodabeh Soltanzadeh1 , Alireza Falakdin1 , Mahmoud Feizipour Namaghi1 , Mahnoosh Kamranvand1 , Mohammad Hossein Mohammadi1 , Maryam Nouriyengejeh2 , Elahe Elahe Najafali Ghandehari1 , Ata Pourabbasi *3
, Mehrnoush Bahmani1 , Amir Mohammad Teymorzadeh Najjar1 , Soodabeh Soltanzadeh1 , Alireza Falakdin1 , Mahmoud Feizipour Namaghi1 , Mahnoosh Kamranvand1 , Mohammad Hossein Mohammadi1 , Maryam Nouriyengejeh2 , Elahe Elahe Najafali Ghandehari1 , Ata Pourabbasi *3
1- Institute for Cognitive Science Studies, Tehran, Iran
2- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinical Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
3- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinical Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran ,atapoura@gmail.com
2- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinical Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
3- Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinical Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran ,
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Background: Decision-making is a cognitive process with complex neural underpinnings, fundamental to all human behavior. This study reviewed existing research to present a comprehensive model of this process, integrating the functions of specific brain regions with cognitive and emotional factors to create a complete framework.
Methods: Using a qualitative approach, we conducted a literature review across reputable databases. Neurocognitive factors were extracted and validated through a series of expert panel sessions with eight specialists. The final conceptual model was designed, and its validity was confirmed through a multi-stage consensus process.
Results: The model provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the neurocognitive mechanisms of decision-making. It integrates cognitive, emotional, and motivational factors—such as intention, emotion, and cognitive reserve—to explain how choices are made and outcomes are evaluated. The model emphasizes the key roles of the prefrontal cortex and the limbic system, and demonstrates how external stimuli influence this process.
Conclusion: This validated model offers an integrated framework for the decision-making process, highlighting the interplay between key brain regions and cognitive and emotional factors. The model has important applications in education, psychotherapy, and designing interventions to improve decision-making skills.
Methods: Using a qualitative approach, we conducted a literature review across reputable databases. Neurocognitive factors were extracted and validated through a series of expert panel sessions with eight specialists. The final conceptual model was designed, and its validity was confirmed through a multi-stage consensus process.
Results: The model provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the neurocognitive mechanisms of decision-making. It integrates cognitive, emotional, and motivational factors—such as intention, emotion, and cognitive reserve—to explain how choices are made and outcomes are evaluated. The model emphasizes the key roles of the prefrontal cortex and the limbic system, and demonstrates how external stimuli influence this process.
Conclusion: This validated model offers an integrated framework for the decision-making process, highlighting the interplay between key brain regions and cognitive and emotional factors. The model has important applications in education, psychotherapy, and designing interventions to improve decision-making skills.
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