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Plasticity-the brain's ability to reorganize itself after damage- -is especially evident in the brains of a. split-brain patients. b. young adults. c. young children. d. right-handed people.

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   Plasticity-the brain's ability to reorganize itself after damage- -is especially evident in the brains of
a. split-brain patients.
b. young adults.
c. young children.
d. right-handed people.

Exploring Psychology

David G. Myers 8th Edition

Chapter 2, Problem 23

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02/16/2022

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Plasticity refers to the brain's ability to reorganize itself, especially after damage. This involves the nerves creating different pathways to allow for communication around areas that are damaged or missing. Show more…

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Neural Plasticity

Neural plasticity refers to the brain's ability to reorganize its structure, functions, and connections in response to experience, learning, or following injury. It is the foundational concept that explains how the brain adapts to new situations or recovers from damage, often by reallocating functions from affected areas to other regions.

Developmental Plasticity

Developmental plasticity highlights the increased capacity for change and adaptation in the brain during early stages of life. This heightened plasticity in younger individuals allows for more efficient learning and recovery from injuries, as the brain's developing neural circuits can more readily reorganize to compensate for lost functions.

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