In a railway system, once a train stops at a particular location, people are able to exit the train and walk through a corridor that eventually connects to another train. Which part of the neuron works much like the train station?
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- 1. Introduction to Psychology1h 43m
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- 3. Biological Psychology2h 41m
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- 5. Consciousness and Sleep32m
- 6. Learning1h 26m
- 7. Memory34m
- 8. Cognition37m
- 9. Emotion and Motivation35m
- 10. Developmental Psychology1h 20m
- 11. Personality1h 17m
- 12. Social Psychology1h 18m
- 13. Stress and Health41m
- 14. Psychological Disorders1h 27m
- 15. Treatment1h 24m
3. Biological Psychology
Cells of the Nervous System
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Neuroplasticity is
A
the most advanced form of brain surgery.
B
the process by which neurotransmitters are taken back into the synaptic vesicules.
C
the brain's ability to change both the structure and function of many cells in response to experience and trauma.
D
the research and study of stem cells.

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Begin by understanding the term 'neuroplasticity'. It refers to the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life.
Recognize that neuroplasticity is not a form of brain surgery. Instead, it is a natural process that occurs in response to learning, experience, and sometimes injury.
Differentiate neuroplasticity from the process of neurotransmitter reuptake, which involves neurotransmitters being reabsorbed by the synaptic vesicles after transmitting a neural signal.
Understand that neuroplasticity is not directly related to the research and study of stem cells, although both involve changes at the cellular level.
Conclude that neuroplasticity is best defined as the brain's ability to change both the structure and function of many cells in response to experience and trauma, allowing for adaptation and learning.
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