February 26, 2010

the seven tenets of brain elasticity

1. change can occur only when the brain is in the mood.

2. change strengthen connection between neurons engaged at the same
time.

3. neurons that fire together wire together.

4. initial changes are just temporary.

5. brain plasticity is a two-way street and we can either drive brain
change positively or negatively.

6. memory is crucial for learning.

7. motivation is a key factor in brain plasticity.