neuroplasticity

noun

neu·​ro·​plas·​tic·​i·​ty ˌnu̇r-ō-pla-ˈsti-sə-tē How to pronounce neuroplasticity (audio)
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Reading, puzzles, and learning new skills promote neuroplasticity. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 15 Jan. 2025 The latest psychotherapy techniques utilize neuroplasticity—the creation of new neural pathways in the brain and the potential for new beliefs and behaviors throughout life from womb to tomb. Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 The neuroplasticity, or rewiring of the brain psychedelics induce, allows patients to see their lives and struggles from a fresh perspective. Andrew Jacobs, New York Times, 17 Dec. 2024 This research not only redefines our understanding of neuroplasticity but also illuminates how the brain reshapes itself during this pivotal life stage. William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for neuroplasticity 

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1975, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of neuroplasticity was in 1975

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“Neuroplasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neuroplasticity. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.

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neuroplasticity

noun
neu·​ro·​plas·​tic·​i·​ty ˌn(y)u̇r-ō-pla-ˈsti-sə-tē How to pronounce neuroplasticity (audio)
: plasticity sense 4
neuroplasticity, the capacity of the brain to develop and change throughout life, something Western science once thought impossible.Time
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