Your Brain Doesn’t Work the Way You Think
Freakonomics Radio
The Brain's Adaptive Power: Unpacking Plasticity
This chapter investigates the brain's extraordinary ability to adapt and reorganize through the concept of brain plasticity, termed 'live wiring.' It highlights the brain's capability to process information, reallocating its resources to develop new skills when certain senses are compromised, such as echolocation in blind individuals. Furthermore, it examines the link between REM sleep and brain plasticity, revealing its critical role in our neurological flexibility and the innovative technologies enhancing sensory experiences.
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