Synaptic pruning: The process by which unused neural connections are eliminated in order to make the brain more efficient.
Sensory substitution: The use of one sensory modality to gather information that is normally gathered by another sense. For example, using touch or sound cues instead of vision.
Phantom limb phenomenon: When an individual experiences sensations or pain in a limb that has been amputated. It showcases the brain's ability to adapt and create perceptions even without physical input.