How Might You Describe Neural Development During Adulthood

question 11

True/False

How might you describe neural development during adulthood?
a) Extensive neurogenesis and synaptogenesis occur during adulthood.
b) There is little neurogenesis and little synaptogenesis during adulthood.
c) There is little neurogenesis but extensive synaptogenesis during adulthood.
d) Neurogenesis occurs during adulthood. However, there is little synaptogenesis among existing neurons.

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Definitions:

Automatic Response

A reaction that occurs without conscious thought, typically as a result of learned behaviors or instincts.

Spinal Cord

a vital part of the central nervous system located within the spine, transmitting nerve signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

Spatial Attention

The ability to prioritize visual processing on a particular spatial location in the field of view to enhance detection and analysis of relevant information.

Parietal Lobe

A region of the cerebral cortex involved in processing sensory information regarding the location of parts of the body, as well as interpreting visual information and processing language and mathematics.