The Science Behind the Art of Conversation | Stephanie Borrie

During this Blue Plate Research event, Dr. Stephanie Borrie discussed her research on the impact of neurological conditions such as stroke, brain injury, and Parkinson’s disease on conversation.

Conversations are integral to our daily lives, serving as the foundation for building and maintaining relationships, conducting work, raising children, accessing services, engaging in our communities, and more.

While the act of having a conversation may seem straightforward, it involves a complex coordination of behaviors, requiring communication partners to make constant adaptations to understand one another and ensure a smooth interaction.

During the presentation, titled “The Science Behind the Art of Conversation,” Dr. Borrie showed how successful conversations emerge from the collaborative efforts of those engaged in them. She also discussed strategies for how communication partners can work together to improve conversational success.