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The aim is to formalize a framework that explains the transition from cognition to behavior and its enduring influence.

July 9, 2026Open Access

Integrative Cognitive Selection System (ICSS): Deep Valuation, Gate Authorization, and Residue Retention

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The aim is to formalize a framework that explains the transition from cognition to behavior and its enduring influence.
Developed the Integrative Cognitive Selection System (ICSS) as a multi-layer architecture.
Integrated the Cognitive Discretion Layered System (CDLS) and Discretion Life Cycles (DLC).
Outlined functions for deep valuation, gate authorization, and residue retention.
ICSS explains decision inconsistency and mislearning mechanisms effectively.
Demonstrates how behavior becomes durable through specific decision pathways.
Illustrates lifecycle coherence in human, institutional, and AI-assisted systems.

Abstract

This paper formalizes the Integrative Cognitive Selection System (ICSS), a multi-layer architecture for decision-making under internal conflict. ICSS specifies how cognition becomes behavior and how behavior becomes durable future influence through three threshold functions: Deep Valuation, Gate Authorization, and Residue Retention. The architecture integrates the Cognitive Discretion Layered System (CDLS) and the Discretion Life Cycles (DLC), providing a unified mechanism for appraisal, authorization, expression, review, and retention. The framework explains decision inconsistency, mislearning, false repair, organizational drift, and lifecycle coherence across human, institutional, and AI-assisted systems.

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