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Comparison of Cognitive Functions among Bilinguals and Multilinguals
Medala Kalpana1, Roja Katta2, Patil Umesh Parag3
1Additional Professor, Department of Physiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bibinagar, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Maedica
|August 29, 2025
Summary
Multilingualism enhances cognitive functions, leading to better problem-solving skills and a broader worldview. Early language acquisition may boost cognitive abilities and overall effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Psycholinguistics
Background:
- Language is fundamental to societal communication and community building.
- Multilingualism offers cognitive advantages, including enhanced problem-solving and broader perspectives.
- This study investigates the cognitive functions of bilingual and multilingual individuals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess and compare the cognitive functions of bilinguals and multilinguals.
- To explore the impact of multilingualism on cognitive abilities.
Main Methods:
- Screened 115 participants aged 30-50 for health conditions.
- Utilized Stroop tests for cognitive function assessment and word association tests for fluency.
- Categorized participants into monolinguals, bilinguals, trilinguals, and multilinguals based on language proficiency.
Main Results:
- Multilinguals demonstrated quicker reaction times in color-to-word and word-to-color tests compared to monolinguals.
- Mean scores indicated differences in cognitive performance between language groups.
Conclusions:
- Acquiring multiple languages, especially at a younger age, can significantly enhance cognitive skills.
- Multilingualism may contribute to overall cognitive effectiveness and adaptability.
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