Ask a Scientist: What Is Neuroplasticity?

illustration depicts a close knitted structure of the nerves. Caption: are now hardwired in because we use them so often.

What is neuroplasticity? CEO and founder of TAO Connect, Sherry Benton, explains the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. Part of the "Ask a Scientists" series.

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