What makes people talk too much?

Social psychologist Gemma Cribb says the people who are most likely to be over-talkers are: People with Asperger’s-type disorders. People who are anxious and babble out of nerves, trying to please the person they are talking to. Narcissists, who think that what they have to say is very important and entertaining.

Is talking too much a disorder?

Talking too much may be a disorder. Many of the symptoms — lack of focus, easily distracted, etc. — are things people simply don’t think they have because they’ve lived with them all their lives. The problems they have from the symptoms are often attributed to other things. I am now on medication, which helps a lot of the time.

How to not talk so much?

Take Responsibility. Whether you’re an occasional over-talker,or a full-time blowhard,recognizing that there is room for improvement,and that you have the power to change is the first

Keep A Log of Transgressions. Benjamin Franklin built his strong character by recording his progress on personal development tasks every day.

Become a Good Listener. Listening is hard work. To become good listeners,we must develop a genuine interest in other people.

Be Sensitive to Cues. A conversation should be an ongoing exchange.

Practice the One Sentence Rule. Practice responding to any question in a single thoughtful sentence. This will require some effort.

Calm Down. For some of us,talking too much is a defense mechanism—a sign that we are feeling nervous,tense or uncomfortable.

Embrace Solitude. Sometimes when we talk too much,we’re performing—working hard on presenting the best version of ourselves.

Work up a Sweat. Talking too much may be the result of having excess nervous energy.

Build Mystique. People are more interested in those who have a bit of mystery about them.

Commit to Self-Improvement. At times,we over-talk as a result of insecurity. With bosses,colleagues and strangers,we overuse conversation is an attempt to improve our image.

What do you call someone who talks too much?

blabbermouth

squealer

windbag