thought patterns

[/θɔːt ˈpætərnz/]
nounpl: thought patterns
padrões de pensamento
1. Habitual or characteristic ways of thinking; recurring mental processes and cognitive habits that shape how someone perceives, processes, and responds to information
Her negative thought patterns made it difficult for her to see opportunities.
Seus padrões de pensamento negativos tornavam difícil para ela ver oportunidades.
2. The distinctive mental structures and processes that characterize an individual's or group's cognitive style
Understanding thought patterns is essential in cognitive behavioral therapy.
Compreender os padrões de pensamento é essencial na terapia cognitivo-comportamental.
3. Recurring sequences of ideas and mental associations that influence behavior and emotional responses
Breaking old thought patterns requires consistent practice and awareness.
Quebrar padrões de pensamento antigos requer prática constante e consciência.
The concept of 'thought patterns' is particularly significant in Brazilian and American psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy (TCC in Portuguese), and self-help culture. In Brazil, there's increasing awareness of mental health and cognitive patterns, especially among younger generations influenced by psychology content on social media. In the USA, the term is prevalent in therapeutic contexts, personal development, and corporate training programs.
NYC Slang
the way someone thinks / how someone's mind works
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cognitive patternsthinking habitsmental habitscognitive stylesthought processesmental frameworks
Antonyms / Antônimos
spontaneous thinkingunstructured thought

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
padrões de pensamento
Most common and widely understood translation
Rio de Janeiro
jeito de pensar
More colloquial, informal usage; literally 'way of thinking'
São Paulo
padrões mentais
Alternative used in business and psychological contexts
Portugal
padrões de pensamento
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; used in psychology and education

Related Words

cognitionmindsetbeliefsperspectivemental modelcognitive biasintrusive thoughtsrumination

Related Idioms & Phrases

break the pattern
stuck in a rut
think outside the box
change your mind
mindset shift
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