Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Improved skill refers to the enhanced ability to perform a task or activity more effectively and efficiently over time, as a result of practice and learning.
Neuroplasticity is the brain's ability to change its structure and function in response to experiences and learning.
Myelinization: Myelinization is the process by which a fatty substance called myelin coats nerve fibers in the brain, increasing their efficiency in transmitting electrical signals.
Synaptic pruning: Synaptic pruning is the elimination of weak or unnecessary neural connections in the brain, making way for stronger connections that enhance overall cognitive functioning.