Neuroplasticity occurs as a result of learning, experience and memory formation, or as a result of damage to the brain. Learning and new experiences cause new neural pathways to strengthen whereas neural pathways which are used infrequently become weak and eventually die. This process is called synaptic pruning.

Why does brain plasticity exist?

Benefits of Brain Plasticity

There are many benefits of brain neuroplasticity. It allows your brain to adapt and change, which helps promote: The ability to learn new things. The ability to enhance your existing cognitive capabilities.

How does plasticity work in the brain?

Plasticity, or neuroplasticity, describes how experiences reorganize neural pathways in the brain. Long lasting functional changes in the brain occur when we learn new things or memorize new information. These changes in neural connections are what we call neuroplasticity.