Psycholinguistics / edited by Arjun Sharma.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction to psycholinguistics -- Language acquisition and development -- Language processing -- Speech perception -- Lexical access -- Sentence processing -- Bilingualism and multilingualism -- Language disorder -- Psycholinguistic approach -- Language production and language comprehension.

"Language represents an extraordinary facet of human capability, often overlooked due to its ubiquitous presence in our daily lives. We effortlessly and efficiently navigate through complex linguistic structures, engaging in communication that reflects one of the most intricate cognitive functions humans are known to exhibit. The exploration into the intricate web of processes and mechanisms that underlie this remarkable ability, alongside its profound impact on our thoughts, behaviors, and identities, remains a pivotal area of inquiry within the scientific community. As we continue to deals with these questions, the use of advanced neuroimaging techniques has propelled significant progress in understanding how language is acquired, processed, and represented within the human mind and brain. This burgeoning knowledge has not only enriched the field of linguistics but has also found applications in diverse research areas, notably in artificial intelligence. By leveraging insights from language processing and acquisition, the development of new technologies has been accelerated, further deepening our comprehension of the cognitive underpinnings of language.
The book is enriched with cases and real-life applications, making it accessible to both students new to the field and experienced researchers seeking the latest insights into the cognitive and neural underpinnings of language. It aims not only to educate but also to inspire readers by highlighting the ongoing challenges and opportunities for future research in understanding the complexity of human language"-- Back cover.