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Briefing: Study suggests people are losing 338 spoken words every year and have been for at least 15 years
Strategic angle: Research indicates a decline in face-to-face conversation amidst technological advancements.
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Updated 9 days ago
A study published in Perspectives on Psychological Science reveals that individuals are losing an average of 338 spoken words each year. This decline has been ongoing for at least 15 years.
The research highlights a correlation between the rise of technology and a decrease in face-to-face conversations. The increasing reliance on self-service technologies may be contributing to this trend.
These findings suggest potential implications for communication infrastructure, as diminishing spoken vocabulary could affect interpersonal interactions and collaborative environments.