Chapter
The Connection Between Writing and Speech in the Brain
The act of writing or typing can impact the alignment between our thoughts and spoken words, as typing requires faster finger skills. Writing by hand exercises speech brain circuits, helping to improve the synchronization between thinking and speech.
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The efficiency of writing lies in the alignment between a person's thoughts and writing speed.
1:14:01 - 1:18:06 (04:04)
Summary
The efficiency of writing lies in the alignment between a person's thoughts and writing speed. Writing by hand requires a different set of skills than typing, but it is unclear if the motor pathway for writing is better or different than for typing.
ChapterThe Connection Between Writing and Speech in the Brain
EpisodeDr. Erich Jarvis: The Neuroscience of Speech, Language & Music
PodcastHuberman Lab
Researchers have found that damage to the basal ganglia can cause stuttering in humans, and singing can be used as a tool to exercise speech brain circuits.
1:18:06 - 1:23:51 (05:45)
Summary
Researchers have found that damage to the basal ganglia can cause stuttering in humans, and singing can be used as a tool to exercise speech brain circuits. Studies focus on the involvement of the basal ganglia and its coordination on movements.