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Synaptic Communication Pathways

Meaning

Synaptic Communication Pathways refer to the intricate network of functional junctions, known as synapses, through which one neuron precisely transmits a signal to another neuron, a muscle cell, or an endocrine gland cell via chemical neurotransmitters or electrical impulses. This fundamental process is the core mechanism of information processing, storage, and retrieval in the nervous system, controlling everything from motor command to complex neuroendocrine regulation. Optimal function of these pathways is essential for cognitive health, mood stability, and precise HPA axis control.