THE MENTAL CHANGES OF LEARNERS OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Acquiring a new language goes beyond being just an academic pursuit; it represents a significant psychological process that impacts learners in various ways. For those learning English as a second language (ELLs), this change encompasses cognitive, emotional, and social shifts that affect their sense of self and their connections with others. This article explores the psychological changes that ELLs undergo, emphasizing the complex interplay between learning a language and psychological growth.