When it comes to communication, words get it done. Leaders skillfully know when to use abstract and concrete language to inspire loyalty or provide guidance.

Like father, like daughter: Tannen says her dad was “very attuned to ways of speaking.” Photograph courtesy of Deborah Tannen ...

Infants recognize that speech in a language not their own is used for communication, finds a new psychology study. The results offer new insights into how language is processed at a young age.

Body language is part of communication, but conversation and environment are also key factors in understanding interpersonal interactions, according to new research.

Communication disorders can affect how a person receives, sends, processes, and understands concepts. They can also weaken speech and language skills, or impair the ability to hear and understand ...

Deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) American Sign Language users experience significant mental health–related disparities compared with non-DHH English speakers. Yet there is little empirical ...

Social communication disorder causes difficulties with social communication, language, and understanding social norms. Learn more.