Join us for an evening with Dr. Stephanie Borrie as she explores the science of conversation and what makes human connection possible. Discover how everyday interactions shape our relationships and learn practical ways to communicate more effectively. Don’t miss this engaging Friends of the Library lecture at Merrill-Cazier Library.

Conversational Chemistry: The Science Behind Conversation

Conversations are at the heart of our daily lives, shaping how we build relationships, raise children, do our work, and connect with our communities. While having a conversation may seem straightforward, it involves coordination and collaboration of behaviors, requiring communication partners to constantly adapt to one another and ensure a smooth interaction.

In this talk on the science behind conversation, Borrie reveals the behavior patterns that facilitate meaningful human connection. Drawing from her research with people who have speech disorders related to neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and stroke, she shares insights into why and how disruptions occur and offers strategies for how communication partners can work together to improve success, showing that conversations truly take two.