Using gestures is part of communication and language and can be found across the animal world, from fish to apes and birds. However, having more complex gestures is something that has really only been ...

Limited gesturing is often a key part of establishing a diagnosis of autism, but new research indicates that certain types of gestures may not necessarily be produced less frequently than others.

Elephants are known for their intelligence, strong social bonds, and good memories. But do they communicate to show real intention? A new study suggests they do. The research showed that elephants ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. Across human languages and cultures, conversing involves listening to the speaker and rapidly responding to them. This phenomenon, known as ...