Neuroplasticity and Language Recovery: Predictive Factors and Clinical Limits in Post-Stroke Aphasia Rehabilitation
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Marinela BĂDELE Department of Psychology, Spiru Haret University, Romania, Psychologist, Psychology Structure of The Craiova Court of Appeal, Romania
This study critically examines the predictive factors influencing language recovery, integrating lesion-related variables (location, size, stroke subtype) with non-lesion factors (age, education, cognitive reserve, and socio-economic status). Emphasis is placed on the role of neuroplasticity and early intervention in facilitating functional reorganisation of language networks. The paper further explores the limitations of current prognostic models, highlighting the substantial inter-individual variability that constrains predictive accuracy. In addition, the emotional and psychological impact of aphasia is considered, underscoring the importance of integrating psychological support within rehabilitation frameworks. The findings contribute to a more nuanced understanding of recovery mechanisms and support the development of personalised, network-informed therapeutic strategies aimed at optimising both linguistic and psychosocial outcomes.
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Article’s history: Received 27th of November, 2025; Revised 16th of December, 2025; Accepted for publication 27th of December, 2025; Available online: 30th of December, 2025; Published as research article in Volume III, Issue 3, 2025.
Bădele, M. (2025). Neuroplasticity and Language Recovery: Predictive Factors and Clinical Limits in Post-Stroke Aphasia Rehabilitation. Journal of Contemporary Approaches in Psychology and Psychotherapy, Volume III, Issue 3, 127 – 140. https://doi.org/10.57017/jcapp.v3.i3.07
Conflict of Interest Statement: The author declares that there are no conflicts of interest regarding the publication of this paper.
Acknowledgments: The author also acknowledges the contribution of prior research in advancing the understanding of aphasia recovery mechanisms.
Data Availability Statement: No new data were created or analysed in this study. Data sharing is not applicable to this article.
Ethical Approval Statement: This study is based exclusively on a review and synthesis of existing literature and does not involve human participants or animal subjects. Therefore, ethical approval was not required.
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