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Neurite Growth

Meaning

The fundamental cellular process by which a neuron extends its cytoplasmic projections, the axons and dendrites, from the cell body during development, regeneration, or in response to neurotrophic stimuli. This growth is essential for establishing and maintaining the complex synaptic connections that underlie all neurological function, including memory, cognition, and motor control. Hormones and neurosteroids play a critical regulatory role in promoting this structural plasticity, which is vital for both brain development and repair following injury.