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Joshua Weiland
on Nov 21, 2024Verified
Jack suffered a brain injury as a result of hitting his head while waterskiing. One of the problems that developed was that Jack could not pronounce certain words correctly for a long period of time until he had extensive speech therapy and can now speak as he did before his accident. This is an example of the brain's __________ which allowed the structure and function of his brain cells to change to adjust to the trauma.
A) adaptology
B) stagnation
C) plasticity
D) reflex arc
Plasticity
The capacity of the brain to adapt to changes such as brain damage.
Speech Therapy
A field of healthcare dedicated to diagnosing and treating communication disorders and speech problems.
Trauma
A deeply distressing or disturbing experience that can have long-lasting psychological impacts.
- Understand the concept of brain plasticity and its implications for recovery from brain injuries.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept of brain plasticity and its implications for recovery from brain injuries.
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