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Synaptic plasticity
the ability of synapses to change over time in response to experience or activities, resulting in weakening or strengthening synaptic connections.
Long-term potentiation (LTP)
The permanent strengthening of synaptic connections as a result of repeated activation of a neural pathway
Long-term depression (LTD)
The permanent weakening of synaptic connections as a result of repeated low-level activation of a neural pathway
Neural processes - Sprouting
The growth of axons or dendrites due to experiences and new connections between neurons.
Neural processes- Rerouting
Re-establishing neural connections through creating new alternative neural pathways.
Neural processes- Pruning
The elimination of excess neurons and synaptic connections that are not activated, resulting in increasing efficiency of neural transmissions.
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