mental stimulation

collocation in English

meaningsofmentalandstimulation

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mental
adjective
uk
/ˈmen.təl/us
/-t̬əl/
relating to the mind, or involving the process ...
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stimulation
noun[U]
uk
/ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/us
/ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/
an action or thing that causes someone or something to become more active or enthusiastic, or to develop ...
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(Definition ofmentalandstimulationfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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He did not have thementalstimulationat home, but it was no better at day care.
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Some activities, including those done alone, were valued because they providedmentalstimulation, which people saw as important for their mental health.
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Attending educational classes, for example, enabled respondents to meet new people and was a regular forum for socialising as well asmentalstimulation.
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Theatres must relate to the people they hope to serve and must be seen to provide entertainment andmentalstimulationthat is relevant and exciting.
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All children benefit from thementalstimulationwhich a good nursery class provides.
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There must be hundreds of thousands of pounds spent annually by people who are incapable of providingmentalstimulationor relaxation for themselves.
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She said that she neededmentalstimulation, and something to keep her busy.
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Both physical andmentalstimulationare important aspects of a child's development.
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If pensioners are to have visual andmentalstimulationand to broaden their horizons, they certainly deserve colour television.
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They needmentalstimulationand physical activity.
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My constituents have spoken for themselves: the benefits are health,mentalstimulationand social inclusion, as well as a less formal way of obtaining access to continuing education.
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She was forbidden to touch pen, pencil or brush and allowed only two hours ofmentalstimulationa day.
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Love, affection, encouragement andmentalstimulationfrom the parents or guardians of these young children aid in development.
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Activity aids such as tubes and wheels are great for ensuring mice get enough exercise, as well asmentalstimulation.
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The terms usually refer to stereotypy, repetitive behaviors in captive animals, particularly those given inadequatementalstimulation.
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The students of today needmentalstimulation, and to feel as though they are a part of the lesson plan.
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Mentalstimulation, pain and discomfort, higher/lower than normal environmental temperatures, exercise, light exposure, noise, hunger, and overeating all result in an increase in wakefulness.
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They are extremely active and intelligent, and therefore need much exercise andmentalstimulation, if they are to be kept as pets.
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For their size, however, they need a surprising amount of daily physical andmentalstimulation.
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