neural plasticity

Question 1

plasticity

Answer 1

capacity for organization and adaptation of neural networks

Question 2

how do you change the brain?

Answer 2

re-route highways (build more dendritic connections)

• build more connections (force more dendrites)
• resurface highways (build more myelin)

Question 3

ways to build connections

Answer 3

get enough sleep
physical exercise
learn new, complex, unfamiliar info or tasks
supply yourself with enriched, stimulating environment

Question 4

TMS

Answer 4

-trying to activate neurons in the brain that might have been damaged - stimulating the firing of impulses by using a device

Question 5

deep brain stimulation

Answer 5

-forcing neurons to fire, the networks have to still be intact

Question 6

hyperbaric oxygen chamber

Answer 6

infusing someone with a lot of oxygen to try to heal cells and prevent more cell death