Cards (4)

  • Doidge (2007)
    The brain is able to rewire and reorganise itself by forming new synaptic connections. Secondary neural pathways are activated to allow functions to continue like they did before. This is supported by structural changes in the brain: Axonal sprouting, Reformation of blood vessels and Recruitment of homologous areas
  • Axonal Sprouting
    Growth of new nerve endings to connect with undamaged nerve cells and form new pathways
  • Reformation of blood vessels
    Facilitates the growth of new neural pathways
  • Recruitment of homologous areas
    Use of similar areas of the opposite side of the brain to perform specific tasks