Month: January 2020

Density and Distinctiveness in Early Word Learning: Evidence From Neural Network Simulations

Abstract High phonological neighborhood density has been associated with both advantages and disadvantages in early word learning. High density may support the formation and fine‐tuning of new word sound memories—a process termed lexical configuration (e.g., Storkel, 2004). However, new high‐density words are also more likely to be misunderstood as instances of known words, and may […]

Published on January 11, 2020

Hikikomori: New definition helps identify, treat extreme social isolation

Experts in the Japanese phenomena of hikikomori say the condition of extreme social isolation is more widespread than previously acknowledged, and it deserves a clear and consistent definition to improve treatment across the globe. A simplified and clear definition will improve the recognition and subsequent treatment for people who suffer from the condition. Read Full […]

Published on January 10, 2020

What happens to deferred intentions in the brain?

Placing a checkmark on the to-do list is an extremely liberating feeling for many eager list lovers, especially when the task has been postponed for a long time. But what happens in our brain when we have completed a postponed task? Will it be deactivated? If so, how? A team of scientists from the Collaborative […]

Published on January 10, 2020