Portuguese author Valter Hugo Mãe has expressed concern that contemporary society is entering its most “imbecilic” century yet. He attributes this to a pervasive and “unbearable infantilization” influencing modern thought and behavior. Mãe suggests this trend poses a significant risk to intellectual and cultural progress. The author views the creative process itself as a vital form of therapy, potentially offering a counterbalance to this perceived decline. He did not elaborate on specific examples fueling this assessment, but framed it as a broad societal observation. His comments reflect a critical perspective on the current state of the world and the direction of its development.