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What is the primary function of neuroplasticity?
What is the primary function of neuroplasticity?
- To eliminate all existing neural connections
- To keep the brain inactive
- To reduce the number of neurons in the brain
- To create new connections between neurons (correct)
Experience dependent plasticity occurs when we learn new skills or experience new things.
Experience dependent plasticity occurs when we learn new skills or experience new things.
True (A)
Give an example of injury-induced plasticity.
Give an example of injury-induced plasticity.
Patients recovering from a stroke use other parts of their brain to recover speech and motor skills.
The process of eliminating unnecessary neural connections is known as __________.
The process of eliminating unnecessary neural connections is known as __________.
Match the type of neuroplasticity with its description:
Match the type of neuroplasticity with its description:
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Neuroplasticity
Neuroplasticity
The brain's ability to change and adapt by forming new connections between neurons (brain cells).
Experience-Dependent Plasticity
Experience-Dependent Plasticity
The creation of new neural connections when we learn new skills or experience new things.
Injury-Induced Plasticity
Injury-Induced Plasticity
The brain's ability to adapt after injury by allowing other parts of the brain to take over functions of the injured part.
Synaptic Pruning
Synaptic Pruning
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Neuroplasticity Over Time
Neuroplasticity Over Time
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Study Notes
Neuroplasticity - Lesson 7
- Neuroplasticity is the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new connections between neurons.
- Students are expected to define neuroplasticity and understand the different types of neuroplasticity during this lesson.
- Fewer students are proficient in discussing the role of neuroplasticity in cognitive development and rehabilitation.
Types of Neuroplasticity
- Experience-dependent plasticity: New neural connections form when learning new skills or experiences. For example, musicians who frequently practice develop more connections in the motor cortex.
- Injury-induced plasticity: The brain adapts after injury, allowing other parts to take over the injured part's function. Stroke patients, for example, might use other parts of their brain to recover speech and motor skills.
- Synaptic pruning: Connections not frequently used weaken and die off, while frequently used connections strengthen.
Further Questions
- Is neuroplasticity more flexible in children or adults? Why?
- Can you think of four examples of neuroplasticity in everyday life? (This was a class activity)
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Description
Explore the fascinating topic of neuroplasticity, focusing on how the brain can reorganize itself through new neuronal connections. This lesson covers experience-dependent plasticity, injury-induced plasticity, and synaptic pruning. Gain insights into its significance in cognitive development and rehabilitation.
