Researchers found that speech patterns, like pauses and filler words, are tied to executive function. A recent study found ...

(CNN) — As someone who’s originally from Southern California and now lives in the South, it’s not uncommon for me to get Valley girl comments. I have a habit of throwing in a quick “you know, like” or ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Scott Hutcheson teaches leadership at Purdue University. Filler words like “um,” “uh,” “like,” and “you know” are more than just ...