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Comprehension-based monitoring in speaking relies on the speech comprehension system, not conscious processing. This study clarifies empirical implications and refutes criticisms, affirming its viability in speech self-monitoring.

Keywords:

conflict self-monitoring speaking speech comprehension

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Area of Science:

Psycholinguistics
Cognitive Science
Speech Production

Background:

Debate exists regarding the definition and empirical basis of comprehension-based monitoring during speech production.
Nozari (2020) proposed that conscious, deliberate processing defines this monitoring, contrasting with prior work.

Purpose of the Study:

To clarify that the speech comprehension system, not conscious processing, defines comprehension-based monitoring.
To address criticisms of comprehension-based monitoring and correct misinterpretations of empirical findings.

Main Methods:

Conceptual analysis of existing theories on speech monitoring.
Re-evaluation of empirical evidence related to comprehension-based monitoring.

Main Results:

Comprehension-based monitoring is fundamentally linked to the utilization of the speech comprehension system.
Existing arguments and empirical data support comprehension-based monitoring as a valid model.
Specific criticisms and misrepresentations of empirical findings are addressed and refuted.

Conclusions:

Comprehension-based monitoring, defined by speech comprehension system use, is a viable account of self-monitoring in speaking.
The model adequately addresses empirical evidence and theoretical challenges.
Further clarification of its empirical basis strengthens its position in psycholinguistics.