Brain Development Insights
Alison discusses the differences in brain development between children and adults, highlighting the plasticity of young brains and the role of the prefrontal cortex in executive functions. The conversation delves into synaptic pruning, neural connections, and the gradual emergence of frontal control in the brain.In this clip
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Could I say that when we are in unfamiliar environments surrounded by novelty, the brain is more open to neuroplasticity and there are neurotransmitters more available to try and make sense of all the new stimuli, as discussed in the episode How to Focus to Change Your Brain | Huberman Lab Podcast #6 and the clip Brain Plasticity Insights? It's like the nervous system understands it may need to change.
Could I say that when we are in unfamiliar environments surrounded by novelty, the brain is more open to neuroplasticity and there are neurotransmitters more available to try and make sense of all the new stimuli, as discussed in the episode How to Focus to Change Your Brain | Huberman Lab Podcast #6 and the clip Neuroplasticity Myths? It's like the nervous system understands it may need to change.
Could I say that when we are in unfamiliar environments surrounded by novelty, the brain is more open to neuroplasticity and there are neurotransmitters more available to try and make sense of all the new stimuli as discussed in the episode How to Focus to Change Your Brain | Huberman Lab Podcast #6 and the clip Neuroplasticity Myths? It's like the nervous system understands it may need to change.