emotional states

[ɪˈmoʊʃənəl steɪts]
nounpl: emotional states
estados emocionais
1. Conditions or modes of feeling characterized by particular emotions or affective experiences
The therapy session helped her identify and manage her various emotional states throughout the day.
A sessão de terapia ajudou-a a identificar e gerenciar seus diversos estados emocionais durante o dia.
2. Temporary psychological conditions reflecting one's mood, feelings, or emotional disposition at a given time
Children's emotional states can significantly impact their ability to concentrate in school.
Os estados emocionais das crianças podem impactar significativamente sua capacidade de concentração na escola.
3. The collection of feelings and psychological responses to internal or external stimuli
Understanding emotional states is crucial for developing emotional intelligence.
Compreender estados emocionais é crucial para desenvolver inteligência emocional.
In Brazilian culture, discussing emotional states is increasingly accepted in both formal and informal settings, particularly influenced by growing awareness of mental health and psychological well-being. In the USA, emotional states are commonly discussed in therapeutic and workplace contexts as part of emotional intelligence development. Both cultures recognize the importance of understanding and managing emotional states for overall well-being.
NYC Slang
vibes, feels, mood swings
Synonyms / Sinônimos
moodsfeelingsaffective statesemotional conditionstemperamentsdispositions
Antonyms / Antônimos
emotional numbnessapathyindifference

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
estados emocionais
Standard and widely used term in psychology and everyday conversation
Rio de Janeiro
estados emocionais / clima emocional
May also use 'clima emocional' colloquially
São Paulo
estados emocionais
Standard usage, particularly in academic and professional contexts
Portugal
estados emocionais / estados afetivos
Portuguese Portuguese may also use 'estados afetivos' in clinical/academic settings

Related Words

emotionsmoodsentimentaffecttemperamentdispositionfeelingspsychological state

Related Idioms & Phrases

riding an emotional roller coaster
wearing one's heart on one's sleeve
having a lot on one's plate
estar de bom/mau humor
estar em alta/baixa emocionalmente
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