Language acquisition in children is one of the most fascinating features of the human species, as well as one of the most difficult problems in linguistics and cognitive science.

In the ‘big tent’ of free speech, can you be too open-minded? People often extol the virtue of open-mindedness, but can there be too much of a good thing?

We often hesitate to spill the beans on the darker aspects of our lives, fearing judgment and scorn from others.

How subtle forms of misinformation affect what we buy and how much we trust brands

Whether you’re aware of it or not, you're communicating powerful messages all day without uttering a single word...

Fear of talking too much affected my professional life. A watch or a clock was always in view when I gave a presentation. I rehearsed my presentations. No spontaneity for me; I stuck with the script!

There are two major factors which, combined, make present day living extremely challenging for anyone who attempts to stay informed on major issues of our times.

Without regular face-to-face connection, empathy and compassion can diminish or disappear.

Articulation is more than just an assembly of words; it manifests thoughts, feelings, and emotions. 

This desk is mine! How noisy offices can make us more territorial

From colleagues chatting about their weekends or having intense phone conversations, to email alerts and loud tapping on keyboards, the evidence that open-plan offices take a toll on our wellbeing continues to mount.

Being a good listener means having empathy. But empathy is one of the most misunderstood listening skills.

Real-life fast talkers are staples in some professions. Auctioneers and sportscasters are known for their rapid delivery, though the slower commentary in golf shows there is a range for different sports.

New research identifies a specific personality type that is more likely to share misinformation and undeterred from sharing it even after being warned it might be false.

Everyone wishes they had a superpower. Well, you’ve had a secret power since childhood; you just don’t know how to use it yet. That’s the power of language.

Understanding the concept of "speaking one's truth" and its implications for truth relativism. Discover the importance of valuing diverse perspectives while upholding the objective nature of truth.

Learn how to engage in productive conversations by making your counterpart feel heard. Discover four simple techniques to foster understanding, maintain dialogue, and find common ground in contentious discussions.

In the eyes of the dominant culture, women, like nature, are deemed substandard. The feminine aspects of the world and in ourselves have been suppressed.

Often, people don’t even notice that they’re talkers. It’s important, therefore, to observe your own behavior and read the body language of others to learn if you’re a talker.

Most of us have heard the one about if you cross your arms over your chest you’re feeling defensive or if you’re fiddling with your hair while talking you feel nervous – but is there really any truth to some of these body language stereotypes?

Do you ever wonder if you could pass a lie detection test or imagine what it would be like to read people’s body language?

By producing resumes, essays, jokes and even poetry in response to prompts, the software brings into focus not just language models’ arresting power, but the importance of framing our questions correctly.

For all the joy they bring, families and close friendships often involve conflict, betrayal, regret and resentment.

The demise of marriages and relationships in general, is not over money, children, or health but crummy communication styles.