Mental (psychology)
The termmental in psychology refers to the processes and faculties that occur within an individual's mind, including thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Meanings
- Mental (psychology) (cognition): related to the processes of perception, attention, memory, language, problem-solving, and decision-making
- Mental (psychology) (emotion): associated with emotional experiences, such as feelings, mood, and emotional regulation
- Mental (psychology) (clinical): related to mental health, including mental disorders, psychological distress, and treatment approaches The study of mental processes is a core aspect of Psychology, and is closely tied to fields such as Neuroscience, Philosophy, and Anthropology. Researchers like Sigmund Freud and Jean Piaget have made significant contributions to our understanding of mental processes.