Excessive talking describes the act of overtalking or talking compulsively.
Excessive talking may be a subjective opinion or a personality trait.
It is important to distinguish the cause of excessive speech because the approach to dealing with it varies.
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Signs of Excessive Talking
The concept of excessive talking is largely subjective.
What one person may regard as “excessive” another may consider “outgoing.”
Normal refers to excessive talking as a personality trait.
Abnormal suggests that excessively talking is a symptom of a mental or neurodevelopmental condition.
Personality Traits
Excessive talking can be a personality trait.
Personality traits are characteristic patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that reflect who a person is.
A person who is more communicative and chatty is generally considered to be an extrovert.
However, extroversion doesn’t necessarily mean that they talk excessively.
A personality trait should not be confused with a mental disorder.
But there are some management strategies it’s possible for you to try yourself.
Therapy may be beneficial as a treatment.
This is especially helpful with kids who have ADHD.
Reasons that someone may talk excessively include mental health disorders, personality characteristics, and personality disorders.
Excessive talking can create a social burden for both the talking person and their listeners.
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