JOURNAL ENTRY: THE IMPACT OF COGNITIVE LOAD ON REAL-TIME LANGUAGE PRODUCTION

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of cognitive load on real-time language production, focusing on fluency, grammatical accuracy, and error patterns. Using a dual-task experimental design, participants completed language production tasks under varying levels of cognitive load. The results reveal that higher cognitive load significantly reduces speech fluency, increases error rates, and disrupts grammatical complexity. These findings highlight the critical role of cognitive resources in linguistic performance and provide insights into how cognitive demands shape language use in real-time settings. The implications extend to language learning, communication strategies, and the development of adaptive systems in education and artificial intelligence.