neuroplasticity

noun

neu·​ro·​plas·​tic·​i·​ty ˌnu̇r-ō-pla-ˈsti-sə-tē How to pronounce neuroplasticity (audio)
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The pitfalls of psychedelics Psychedelics are thought to improve mental health by boosting neuroplasticity, helping the brain grow and form new connections. Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024 Mindfulness practices enhance neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize and form new neural connections, improving long-term mental flexibility. Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024 Experiment and find your preferred activities, but remember to challenge yourself to try new skills and activities to promote neuroplasticity. Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2024 Research has found that meditation can trigger neuroplasticity. Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for neuroplasticity 

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First Known Use

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 12 Nov. 2024.

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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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