Predictors of picture naming speed.
We report the results of a large-scale picture naming experiment in which we evaluated the potential contribution of nine theoretically relevant factors to naming latencies. The experiment included a large number of items and a large sample of participants. In order to make this experiment as similar as possible to classic picture naming experiments, participants were familiarized with the materials during a training session. Speeded naming latencies were determined by a software key on the basis of the digital recording of the responses. The effects of various variables on these latencies were assessed with multiple regression techniques, using a repeated measures design. The interpretation of the observed effects is discussed in relation to previous studies and current views on lexical access during speech production.
Alario
F Xavier
FX
Université René Descartes, Paris, France. alario@up.univ-mrs.fr
Ferrand
Ludovic
L
Laganaro
Marina
M
New
Boris
B
Frauenfelder
Uli H
UH
Segui
Juan
J
D003210:Concept Formation; D006801:Humans; D008606:Mental Processes / Q000502:physiology; D010781:Photography; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests; D011578:Psycholinguistics / Q000379:methods; D011589:Psychology, Experimental / Q000379:methods; D011930:Reaction Time; D012016:Reference Values; D013060:Speech; D009626:Terminology as Topic; D014705:Verbal Behavior / Q000502:physiology*; D014796:Visual Perception