Psychology GCSE
Synaptic Plasticity
What Synaptic Plasticity means in Psychology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Synaptic Plasticity
The ability of synapses to strengthen or weaken over time, in response to increases or decreases in their activity.
Topics that use Synaptic Plasticity
- Brain and neuropsychology (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Localisation of Function
- Synaptic Transmission
- Autonomic Nervous System
- Excitation and Inhibition
- fMRI (functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Using Synaptic Plasticity in the exam
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