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Neural De-Excitation

Meaning

Neural de-excitation describes the physiological process where a neuron’s electrical activity diminishes, shifting it from an active, depolarized state towards a more quiescent, hyperpolarized or resting potential. This essential mechanism prevents sustained overstimulation of nerve cells, allowing for precise information processing within the nervous system. It serves as the vital counterbalance to neural excitation, maintaining cellular stability.