Neural Mechanisms in Music Therapy for Language Disorder Intervention

Xinke Shi

doi:10.54097/vt4ev289

Authors

Xinke Shi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/vt4ev289

Keywords:

Music Therapy; language disorders; Melodic Intonation Therapy (MIT); Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation (RAS); neuroplasticity.

Abstract

This study investigates how music therapy helps treat language disorders. It examines the neural mechanisms behind this process. Music and language share some neural processing networks. This paper explore these shared pathways and their clinical relevance. This paper also discuss the future potential and challenges of music therapy. This paper reviewed 25 relevant studies from Google Scholar and CNKI published between 2004 and 2025. Keywords included neurolinguistics, music therapy, and language disorders. Results show that music therapy improves language function. This improvement relies on brain regions such as Broca’s area and Wernicke’s area. These regions are involved in both music and language processing. Techniques such as Melodic Intonation Therapy (MIT) and Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation (RAS) activate shared neural networks. They promote neuroplasticity. Music also triggers semantic processing. This provides neurobiological support for music therapy. Music therapy is a promising and scientifically supported intervention for language rehabilitation. Future studies should develop more culturally adapted and precise treatment plans.

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