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The right hemisphere (RH) plays a critical role in language processing, especially in individual differences and recovery after brain damage. This work proposes a new framework to understand RH contributions to language.

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  • Cognitive Science
  • Linguistics

Background:

  • Language processing has traditionally been attributed to the left hemisphere (LH).
  • However, the precise roles and conditions under which the right hemisphere (RH) contributes to language remain unclear despite extensive research.
  • Individual differences in hemispheric involvement are not well understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a novel framework integrating existing theories on hemispheric contributions to language.
  • To elucidate when, for whom, and how the RH contributes to linguistic processes.
  • To highlight the RH's critical role by examining individual differences.

Main Methods:

  • Integration of existing theories on hemispheric contributions to language and cognition.
  • Analysis of evidence from first and second language acquisition.
  • Examination of language relearning after focal brain damage.

Main Results:

  • The RH plays a significant, often underestimated, role in various linguistic processes.
  • Individual differences significantly influence hemispheric language lateralization.
  • Evidence from language learning and recovery underscores RH involvement.

Conclusions:

  • A unified account of hemispheric language functions requires acknowledging the RH's contributions.
  • The proposed framework offers new insights into the dynamic interplay between hemispheres in language.
  • Understanding individual differences is key to comprehending language processing and recovery.