language

Babies Predict Actions Based on Language Community

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Rachel Carter

Summary: Six-month-old infants can predict actions of individuals who speak their mother tongue, but not of those speaking a foreign language. This ...

Bilingualism May Shield Against Aging Brain Problems

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Rachel Carter

Summary: Bilingualism may serve as a powerful tool against age-related cognitive decline, particularly in social cognition areas such as the theory of ...

Speech Speed May Indicate Aging Brain Health

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Rachel Carter

Summary: A new study found that the speed of speech, rather than the difficulty in finding words, is a more accurate indicator ...

A Prelude to Speech: How the Brain Forms Words

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Rachel Carter

Summary: Researchers made a groundbreaking discovery on how the human brain forms words before speaking. By utilizing Neuropixels probes, they’ve mapped out ...

Chronic Ear Infections Linked to Language Delays in Children

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Rachel Carter

University of Florida research shows that chronic ear infections in early childhood can lead to significant language and auditory processing issues later ...

New Insights Into Early Childhood Language Learning

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Rachel Carter

Summary: A new study explores how infants and toddlers acquire language. The research challenges preconceived notions about language development, particularly in low-income ...

The Brain’s Reading Riddle: Dual Brain Regions Unlock Language’s Depths

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Rachel Carter

Summary: New research illuminates the brain’s role in semantic integration during reading, providing insights into the challenges faced by aphasia patients. The ...