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The Effect of First and Second Language Use on Divergent Thinking in Problem Solving

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study aims to explore the relationship of the language used when solving a problem, and the creative ability to find a solution for it. For this, participants completed a task in their first language, and a similar task in their second language and the results were evaluated on fluency, flexibility and originality. The findings suggest that the use of second language can be a disadvantage if the speaker does not use it fluently, while it can be an advantage for frequent users since it provides a separation from first language associations and conditionings.

Source: DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)

DOI: 10.23726/cij.2025.1752

Authors: Calvo, Sofia, Goekoop, Jop

Institution: Delft University of Technology

Language: English

Topic: Creativity in Education and Neuroscience

Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7106108227

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