Bobby suffered a stroke that damaged his brain, causing partial paralysis in his left arm. To increase the rate of neurogenesis in the damaged part of his brain and speed his recovery, Bobby should
A) learn to use his right arm more efficiently.
B) force himself to use his left arm instead of his right arm.
C) take medication that increases acetylcholine activity.
D) take medication that decreases dopamine activity.

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Forcing himself to use his left arm instead of his right arm can help in the process known as "neuroplasticity," where the brain adapts to injuries by reorganizing and forming new neural connections. This practice can potentially increase neurogenesis in the damaged area and speed up recovery.

Bobby Suffered a Stroke That Damaged His Brain, Causing Partial