Stroop Interference
Cognitive Tests ms number
Reaction time difference between congruent and incongruent stimuli (ms).
Detailed Description
Stroop effect: slowdown when naming the color of a word that spells a different color. Measures cognitive flexibility and selective attention. Typical interference 50–150 ms. Increase indicates cognitive fatigue.
How to Improve
- Adequate sleep (especially REM)
- Breaks during prolonged cognitive load