“It is neither possible nor desirable to study any part of the psychobiological system in isolation from the rest of the system” —Silvan Tomkins, 1981 (in Demos, 1995, p. 50) Over the past many months ...

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The study of linguistic cognition takes you into the heart of the mind. Cognitive linguists examine the language that we use to tell stories, describe feelings and sensory experiences, collaborate ...

Learning a new language is more than just acquiring the ability to communicate in another tongue; it’s a profound journey that expands your cognitive horizons, fundamentally altering the way your ...

What is cognitive development? Expert Dr Samantha Durrant answers parents' questions around this tricky subject, and how it ...

Metaphor is not merely a literary device but a fundamental cognitive mechanism that shapes how individuals conceptualise and communicate their experiences. In cognitive linguistics, research into ...

Meditation and foreign language training does not boost cognitive function in cognitively healthy older adults, a new study suggests. The findings are similar to results from another study published ...

When researchers unveiled an AI system called Centaur earlier this year, the pitch was bold: a single model that could ...

Researchers are exploring how embedding cognitive diversity into large language models (LLMs) could make AI-generated responses more tailored and effective for language learners. By teaching AI about ...

The study of aging in adults with autism, particularly in relation to language and cognitive challenges, represents a rapidly evolving field within ...