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Brain Plasticity

Meaning

The remarkable intrinsic capacity of the central nervous system to reorganize its structure, functions, and connections throughout the lifespan in response to learning, experience, injury, or environmental demands. This dynamic process involves changes at the level of individual synapses, the formation of new neural circuits, and the remapping of cortical areas, allowing for continuous adaptation and functional recovery. It is the fundamental mechanism underlying memory formation, cognitive flexibility, and resilience to neurological insult.