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Understanding Aphasia Through Discovery
Aphasia is defined as a language disorder stemming from diseases or trauma that induce brain damage. Historically, discoveries related to aphasia could only be made post-mortem during autopsies, as diagnostic technologies such as brain scans were not available. The left hemisphere of the brain, particularly areas neighboring Broca's area, is critical for understanding the mechanisms behind language disorders.