Towards a Model of Language Attrition: Neurobiological and Psychological Contributions

Abstract

Presents a tentative cognitive-psychological model of language attrition, which draws on information from studies in second language attrition, neurobiology and psychology. Notes that this model is presented to demonstrate that a model based on consideration of the brain has the potential of providing a plausible account of the process of language attrition and acquisition. (88 references) (Author/CK)