Discuss the Origins of Psycholinguistics, Especially in the Work of Noam

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Essay

Discuss the origins of psycholinguistics, especially in the work of Noam Chomsky and George Miller.

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A part of the brain located in the center of the cerebral hemisphere that acts as a major relay station for sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Amygdala

A limbic system structure in the brain involved in emotion processing, fear response, and memory.

Autonomic Arousal

Refers to physiological responses not under voluntary control, such as increased heart rate or sweating, often in reaction to stress or stimuli.

Acquired Motives

Motives that are learned throughout life, such as achievement, affiliation, and power, contrasting with biological motives.