Communication in the brain happens in several important spots:
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Broca's Area:
- This area is in the left front part of the brain.
- It helps us talk. If this area gets hurt, people can have trouble speaking. This condition is called Broca's aphasia, and it affects about 10-20% of people who have strokes.
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Wernicke's Area:
- This area is in the left side of the brain, near the temples.
- It is important for understanding language. If someone gets damage here, they may not understand what others say. This is known as Wernicke's aphasia, and it also affects around 10-20% of stroke survivors.
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Arcuate Fasciculus:
- This is a pathway in the brain that connects Broca's and Wernicke's areas.
- It is important for processing language and being able to repeat words.
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Angular Gyrus:
- This area is located in the back side of the brain.
- It helps with reading and writing. If it gets damaged, a person may have difficulty writing, which is called agraphia.
These areas show how the brain works together for communication.