psychological complexity
[/ˌsaɪkəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl kəmˈplɛksɪti/]
nounfemininepl: complexidades psicológicas
complexidade psicológica
1. The quality of being intricate, multifaceted, or difficult to understand regarding psychological, emotional, or mental aspects of a person or situation
The psychological complexity of the character made the novel compelling and thought-provoking.
A complexidade psicológica do personagem tornou o romance envolvente e instigante.
2. The presence of multiple interrelated psychological factors, motivations, or emotional states that create nuance and depth
Understanding the psychological complexity of human behavior requires studying various disciplines.
Compreender a complexidade psicológica do comportamento humano requer estudar várias disciplinas.
3. The difficulty or intricacy involved in analyzing, treating, or addressing mental health or emotional issues
The therapist acknowledged the psychological complexity of her patient's trauma.
A terapeuta reconheceu a complexidade psicológica do trauma de sua paciente.
The concept of 'psychological complexity' is highly valued in both American and Brazilian intellectual, literary, and therapeutic contexts. In Brazil, there's a particular appreciation for psychological depth in cinema, literature, and music (especially in genres like Bossa Nova and MPB). The term reflects the modern emphasis on understanding the human psyche beyond surface-level behaviors, influenced by Freudian, Jungian, and contemporary psychological theories. It's commonly used in literary criticism, psychotherapy, character development discussions, and academic psychology in both cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to have layers (metáfora de profundidade)
there's more than meets the eye (há mais do que parece à primeira vista)
a mixed bag of emotions (uma mistura complexa de emoções)
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