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Neural Connections

Meaning

Neural connections, or synapses, are the fundamental structural and functional links between neurons that facilitate the transmission of electrochemical signals throughout the central and peripheral nervous systems. The quality and density of these connections are directly correlated with cognitive capacity, memory formation, and the body’s ability to coordinate complex physiological responses. Maintaining robust neural connections is essential for the effective communication between the brain and the endocrine system, ensuring rapid and appropriate hormonal regulation. Decline in these connections is a key feature of neurological aging.