Cognitive Linguistics

HISTORICAL LINGUISTICS AND LANGUAGE EVOLUTION --- This book provides an in-depth exploration of the processes that have shaped human language over millennia, integrating linguistic, archaeological, cognitive, and sociocultural evidence to illuminate the evolution of languages. Anchoring its analysis in historical linguistics, the book goes into the profound effects of migration, educational systems, trade, and technological innovations on language transformation. The bookunfolds with an examination of migration's necessary place in shaping linguistic territory, from the spread of Indo-...

PSYCHOLINGUISTICS AND NEUROLINGUISTICS --- Decode the secrets of language and the brain with this guide to the cognitive and neural mechanisms of human communication. This book provides a great exploration of the cognitive and neural mechanisms at the foundations of language processing, acquisition, and evolution. Integrating insights from psychology, neuroscience, and linguistic theory, it illuminates the complexities of human language. Here are the key areas covered: Neural Basis of Language Acquisition - Examines critical periods and brain adaptability in learning new languages. - ...

Have you ever wondered why people act the way they do? Do you feel like you can’t get a read on folks? Do you wish you could simply look at people and know what they are thinking? Do you think developing skills like that require superpowers? Hardly! In this book, you will discover the road map to reading people and analyzing their behaviors, mannerisms and gestures. Most importantly, you will gain insight into your own behaviors. That way, you can make great sense of your own communication skills. Imagine that! You can tailor your own particular communication style to suit the various ...

This serves as an entry level approach to popular topics such as amnesia, artificial intelligence, and language use. The audiobook is created in simple language. It uses examples from the media and pop culture that the listener can easily relate and understand the concepts and topics.

Noam Chomsky is widely known and deeply admired for being the founder of modern linguistics, one of the founders of the field of cognitive science, and perhaps the most avidly read political theorist and commentator of our time. In these lectures, he presents a lifetime of philosophical reflection on all three of these areas of research to which he has contributed for over half a century.

All humans, but no other species, have the capacity to create and understand language. It provides structure to our thoughts, allowing us to plan, communicate, and create new ideas, without limit. Yet we have only finite experiences, and our languages have finite stores of words. Where does our linguistic creativity come from? How does the endless scope of language emerge from our limited selves? Drawing on research from neuroscience, psychology, and linguistics, David Adger takes the listener on a journey to the hidden structure behind all we say (or sign) and understand.

The ultimate guide to changing human behavior. Do you want to increase your EQ and learn how to shape the behavior of those around you? One of the most important keys to leading a healthy, happy, and successful life is to develop your emotional intelligence. The more you understand about why people act the way they do and how to control your own thoughts and emotions, the easier it is to get what you want out of life. For the first time, you can now get three of the best books on the psychology of human behavior in one collection.

This book bundle, “Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Practical Tips on How to Conquer Psychological Disorders and Take Back Control of Your Life”, is a self-help guide, intended for individuals who want to have their life back despite their psychological disorders. If you’re haunted by fear and anxiety, or feel depressed and hopeless, this book will provide you guidelines in taking hold of the steering wheel of your life. CBT is so broad, encompassing other vital disciplines, so the chapters focus more on the topics that would change your way of thinking to a more positive one. There are ...

Have you ever asked yourself about Neurological programming? Then if yes, this book is a great way to start at understanding neurological programming.it gives a clear picture of neurological programming (NLP) together with how it works in day to day lives. The topic is may seem hard and boring but it shows us a side which most of us choose to ignore. The book talks about what NLP is and also how it works. Just like other psychological ways to understand man, the fundamental and strategies of NLP have been touched on. The strategies help one to figure out how it works and how to use it. NLP ...

The human brain is the most complex and powerful system in the universe, but many of us fail to live up to our full potential because of self-limiting beliefs, self-sabotaging behavior, and the inability to quiet our inner critic. What if you could retrain your brain? In The Armchair Psychologist, author Tom Shepherd teaches you how to transform your life by reprogramming your brain. This two-book bundle teaches you two different techniques that you can use to change your inner dialogue.

Correct the power imbalances in your work and life with a science-backed practice that combines the rigor of Stoic philosophy with the relational impact of empathy. This audiobook contains Nine Exclusive Bonus Guided Meditations and Exercises! Stoicism combined with empathy may sound like a...

Analyze people by reading body language and nonverbal cues. How you can use NLP for your personal, professional, and social lives. Why your subconscious mind is the most important aspect of your emotional state. The 13 NLP techniques you can use to overcome any thought and drive faster success. The nine secrets of using NLP on yourself. The six secrets of using NLP on others. Three facial expressions that give you an exact idea of how anyone is feeling.

If you want to discover how to get what you want out of life, then pay attention... Each of us is born with a built-in supercomputer called a brain. But, it has been said that humans can only access a small fraction of its ability. Would you like to know how to unleash your full potential so you can get what you want in life? Would you like to know how some people can seem to achieve tremendous success in everything they do?

Pioneers of Human Behaviour: Noam Chomsky A Gateway to His Life, Theories, and Legacy Few figures have reshaped both science and politics as profoundly as Noam Chomsky. From revolutionising the study of language to unmasking the hidden workings of propaganda, Chomsky has spent more than seven decades challenging authority and expanding our understanding of what it means to be human. This concise yet powerful volume distils Chomsky’s life and thought into clear, engaging chapters. You’ll journey from his Philadelphia childhood, steeped in Jewish scholarship and political debate, to the ...

In a world where mental health challenges touch one in four lives, access to care remains a distant dream for millions. ChatGPT for Mental Health: A Guide to AI-Assisted Wellness by James Shetty is your bold, empowering guide to harnessing artificial intelligence—particularly ChatGPT—to transform your mental well-being. This groundbreaking book unveils innovative, practical ways to use AI as a powerful complement to traditional therapy, offering hope and actionable tools for anyone navigating stress, anxiety, or depression in today’s fast-paced world. Why Choose This Book? The mental ...

The groundbreaking science of how and why we talk, and how this ability impacts every area of our lives Humans are the only species that can transform internal ideas into talk, whether through speech, writing, or sign language. But why do we have this almost magical, special talent? It turns out...

Forget the language instinct—this is the story of how we make up language as we go Language is perhaps humanity’s most astonishing capacity—and one that remains poorly understood. In The Language Game, cognitive scientists Morten H. Christiansen and Nick Chater show us...

“Sparkles with insight.”—Daniel Pink A Behavioral Scientist Notable Book of 2023 A New Scientist Best Science Book A Publishers Weekly Summer Read 2023 Recommendation One of Next Big Idea Club’s "7 Books that Reveal the Wonders of Writing and Language" One of Inc.’s “13...

"With easygoing authority... [Fridland] offers context, and a welcoming spirit, to the many contentious realignments in our language."—The Wall Street Journal “Smart and funny—I loved it!" —Mignon Fogarty, author of New York Times bestseller Grammar Girl’s Quick and Dirty Tips for...

Linguistics falls in the gap between arts and science, on the edges of which the most fascinating discoveries and the most important problems are found. Rather than following the conventional organization of many contemporary introductions to the subject, the author of this stimulating guide begins his discussion with the oldest, "arts" end of the subject and moves chronologically through to the newest research - the "science" aspects.