Psycholinguistics

Psycholinguistics

A Very Short Introduction, 2025

Overview

This accessible introduction explores how people use language, revealing the complex computations involved in communication. It examines the intersection of linguistics and psychology, tracing the history of psycholinguistics. The book delves into how words and sentences are interpreted and generated, and how conversations are coordinated. It also reviews research on reading, sign language, and bilingualism, touching on current debates about AI language models.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in the cognitive processes behind language.
• Individuals curious about the intersection of psychology and linguistics.
• Those seeking an accessible overview of language acquisition and processing.

Key features

• Publisher: Oxford Academ
• Year: 2025
• Pages: 160
• ISBN: 9780192886774
• Series: Very Short Introductions