The critical executive processes involved in translating ideas into spoken language for conversational speech (2012-2016)
Abstract
The ability to speak and produce language is fundamental for communication and, when lost, it is profoundly disturbing. This project aims to investigate the crucial cognitive processes, and controlling brain areas, when speaking for meaning. The focus is on the role of executive processes that are widely held to be supported by frontal and sub-frontal brain regions. This will enable more effective diagnosis and intervention for individuals with neurological conditions. Moreover, it will enable the identification of specific processes to target in order to delay a loss of these mental skills, which are associated with normal ageing. This will have a direct impact on communication ability and quality of life for Australians.
