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Neural Pathway Modification

Meaning

Neural Pathway Modification refers to the dynamic, structural, and functional changes in the brain’s interconnected networks of neurons, a process fundamentally governed by synaptic plasticity. This modification includes both strengthening existing synaptic connections (long-term potentiation) and forming new ones (neurogenesis and synaptogenesis), driven by experience, learning, and targeted interventions. Clinically, this is the mechanism underlying improved cognitive function, emotional resilience, and the capacity to adapt to new behavioral patterns.