Abstract Parental language represents one of the most influential factors in children's psychological, emotional, and cognitive development. This article reviews the scientific evidence on the impact of parental verbal communication on children's and adolescents' identity formation, self-esteem, and cognitive abilities. Through an analysis of recent literature in developmental psychology, neuroscience, and attachment theory, it emerges that parental words do not constitute si

Article written in collaboration with @UNA.PED Introduction to Meaningful Learning The idea that “we don’t learn by heart, we learn what makes sense” is rooted in learning psychology and constructivist theories, which emphasize that the mind is not a passive container but an active system of interpretation. Learning becomes deep when new content integrates with what we already know, generating understanding, connections, and personal meaning (Ausubel, 1968). Numerous studies

Created in collaboration with @gioquasipsy Human development is a continuous, complex, and multidimensional process involving biological, cognitive, emotional, and social factors. It does not follow a linear path, but is built through dynamic interactions between the individual and the environment (Shaffer & Kipp, 2013). Major developmental theories have sought to understand how these components intertwine throughout life. Freud, Erikson, Piaget, and Vygotsky represent four f