When samer was born, stimulation in his brain resulted in a massive overabundance of synapses. neurons that were seldom stimulated soon lost their synapses. this process is known as?

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Halle Roberts

5 February, 01:53

When samer was born, stimulation in his brain resulted in a massive overabundance of synapses. neurons that were seldom stimulated soon lost their synapses. this process is known as?

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Alina Olsen · Answer 1

Synaptic pruning.

Synaptic pruning is the process of eliminating neurons and synapses that are not profitable for the well-function and efficiency of neuronal transmissions. Since the beginning of the brain development until the baby is born, and after, up to 2 years of age, new neurons and synapses are created in an exponential way. This pruning starts early from 2 years of old until 10 years of old or later.