1861 study on language and brain function

The 1861 study by Paul Broca identified a specific area in the left frontal lobe of the brain that is essential for speech production. By analyzing patients with speech difficulties due to brain damage, Broca found that damage to this region resulted in aphasia, an inability to speak properly. This discovery helped establish that certain brain regions are specialized for language functions, marking a significant advancement in understanding how language is organized in the brain.