Pathways Flashcards
When a neurone is stimulated by an experience…
It branches out, connecting cells that were previously unconnected.
When are most of the connections ever made, made by?
By three - there are then millions of possible routes for nerve impulses.
The number of pathways stays constant until….
10 years old.
At the age when they begin to die off…
Unused pathways die off when they are not used enough, making it harder for older people to learn new things.
New neurones and connections can still form for…
Adults.
Why is playing the piano easier if you practise a lot ?
This is because when impulses are repeated by an experience, they are more likely to transmit impulses than others. Likewise, if the experience is associated with a strong stimulus, this also strengthens pathways.
Experiences cause neurone pathways to…
Strengthen.
