Brain Plasticity Insights
Laurence and Jonathan delve into the concept of brain plasticity, highlighting how the brain remains malleable even into adulthood, but with a shift in focus towards stability. They discuss the importance of adolescence as a critical period for learning and development, emphasizing the balance between opportunity and vulnerability during this stage of life.In this clip
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How does brain plasticity change with age?
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 episode 474: David Eagleman | The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain and the clip Brain Development? It's like the nervous system understands it may need to change.