Definitions for "Concrete Thinking"
Thinking in which language is interpreted literally; difficulty with abstractions and inferential thinking. e.g. “a stitch in time saves nine,” “the early bird catches the worm.” CURSIVE WRITING: Writing in which the letters are rounded and joined together, unlike printed letters; in contrast to manuscript writing.
A style of thinking in which the individual sees each situation as unique and is unable to generalize from the similarities between situations. Thinking in which language is interpreted literally.
A style of thinking in which the individual sees each situation as unique and is unable to generalize from the similarities between situations. Language and perceptions are interpreted literally so that a proverb such as "a stitch in time saves nine" cannot be readily grasped.