arrested development

• Zustand, in dem Wachstum, Fortschritt oder die emotionale Reife ins Stocken geraten oder verzögert sind; häufig in der Psychologie verwendet für eine gehemmte Persönlichkeitsentwicklung.

A phrase describing a situation where growth, progress, or emotional maturity has been halted or delayed, often used in psychology or in reference to a person's stunted personal development.

1. Medical conditionC1formal

   A condition where physical or mental growth is delayed or stopped prematurely.

   Entwicklungsverzögerung

   • The child was diagnosed with arrested development due to a rare genetic disorder.
   • Arrested development can affect both cognitive and physical abilities.
   • Early intervention is crucial for treating arrested development.

2. Psychological or emotional stagnationC1formal

   A state where a person's emotional or psychological growth stops, often due to trauma or lack of stimulation.

   Entwicklungsstillstand

   • His arrested development was evident in his inability to form mature relationships.
   • Therapy can help individuals overcome arrested development from childhood trauma.
   • Arrested development often leads to immature behavior in adults.

3. Figurative or humorous usageB2informal

   Used informally to describe someone who behaves immaturely or fails to grow up.

   Entwicklungsverzögerung

   • He still lives with his parents at 40; it's a classic case of arrested development.
   • Her arrested development makes her act like a teenager even in her 30s.
   • The movie is about a man with arrested development who refuses to take responsibility.