Autohabla
Autohabla, from auto- meaning self and habla meaning speech, is a term used in Spanish-language sources to denote self-directed speech. It describes the practice of speaking to oneself, either aloud or mentally, to guide thinking, plan actions, solve problems, or regulate emotions. In English-language psychology, similar ideas are referred to as self-talk or private speech; autohabla is often described as the Spanish equivalent or a variant used in educational and clinical contexts.
Autohabla can appear in external form—audible commentary during a task—or internally, as inner speech. In research,
Applications of autohabla include education, cognitive training, and psychotherapy, where structured self-talk can help focus attention,
The term is most common in Spanish-language literature; in broader practice, researchers may translate it as