In a re-evaluation of Hockett's foundational features that have long dominated linguistic theory—concepts like "arbitrariness ...

“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 ...

A vast study suggests that being multilingual can slow down cognitive ageing. Speaking multiple languages could slow down brain ageing and help to prevent cognitive decline, a study of more than ...

Language and thought are intricately intertwined, creating a complex tapestry that shapes our cognition. While it is evident that thought can exist independently of language, particularly in the ...

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 ...

From stroke and brain injury, to cognitive impairment and neurological diseases, various conditions can have a profound ...

Learning a second language is an effective and enjoyable way to improve brain health, reports a new study that was jointly conducted by Baycrest and York University. Researchers found that older ...

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 ...

This track explores the relationship between language and mind. Students will learn about the meanings and functions of language, the ways in which language is produced and comprehended, how it is ...