What are some psychological benefits of learning a second language?
2007-10-24 03:23:26 · 5 answers · asked by Neon Ballroom 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
IQ is more of a measurement of capability i.e. like the speed of your computer. This means that given a high IQ and a low IQ, both can learn the same things but a higher IQ will learn quicker and maybe able to grasp advanced concepts easier. Learning a second language will not change your IQ.
Learning a second language is a good thing, especially if it's done at a younger age i.e. 2 to 8, or so. This helps the child later in general learning and in learning other languages as well. Not sure what psychological benefits you receive at later ages other than keeping your mind active and learning.
2007-10-24 03:33:05 · answer #1 · answered by Pirate AM™ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure that it would have a direct effect on IQ although you would probably expand your vocabulary within your natural language.
2007-10-24 10:32:06 · answer #2 · answered by Brian B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im no psychologist, and it would not improve IQ directly, but knowing different languages may help your brain think in completely different ways, thus possibly making you think of answers in a better way.
2007-10-24 10:31:58 · answer #3 · answered by zorro1701e 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if it does improve IQ or not but I believe it definitely sharpens ones mind.
2007-10-24 11:35:01 · answer #4 · answered by azurewaters1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry i dont know even though i know 4 languages
2007-10-24 10:28:54 · answer #5 · answered by OK123 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋