mental evolution
[/ˈmɛntəl ˌɛvəˈluːʃən/]
nounfemininepl: evoluções mentais
evolução mental
1. The gradual development and improvement of cognitive abilities, intelligence, and mental capacities over time
The mental evolution of humans has allowed us to develop complex languages and abstract thinking.
A evolução mental dos humanos nos permitiu desenvolver linguagens complexas e pensamento abstrato.
2. In psychology, the progression of intellectual development from childhood to adulthood
Piaget studied the mental evolution of children through different developmental stages.
Piaget estudou a evolução mental das crianças através de diferentes estágios de desenvolvimento.
3. The process of acquiring new knowledge, skills, and psychological maturity
Personal mental evolution requires continuous learning and self-reflection.
A evolução mental pessoal requer aprendizado contínuo e autorreflexão.
The concept of 'mental evolution' is important in both Brazilian and American educational psychology, particularly following Piaget's developmental theory. In Brazil, it's frequently discussed in pedagogical contexts and self-improvement literature. The term is more formal and academic than colloquial, used primarily in educational, psychological, and philosophical discussions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
mental evolution never stops
stages of mental evolution
promote mental evolution
a jornada da evolução mental
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