Researchers have developed a therapy for stroke patients with Broca's aphasia that uses ________________ to encourage neuroplasticity.

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Singing strings of words has been found to be effective in stimulating the language areas of the brain and promoting neuroplasticity in patients with Broca's aphasia. This therapy is called Melodic Intonation Therapy (MIT) and involves singing simple phrases that gradually become more complex, eventually leading to spoken language production. Electrical stimulation, neurotrophic drugs, and physical exercise have not been found to be as effective in treating Broca's aphasia.

Researchers Have Developed a Therapy for Stroke Patients with Broca's