Neuroplasticity: Can the Brain Rewire Itself?

Author(s)	Ms. Kunsang Dechin Thungon
Country	India
Abstract	Broadly speaking, neuroplasticity can be defined as the nervous system’s ability to adapt as a response to intrinsic or extrinsic stimuli by reorganising its structure, functions, or connections. Once a highly debated concept in neuroscience, neuroplasticity is now recognised as a fundamental mechanism by which the human brain adapts, learns, and recovers throughout our lives. This paper examines the cellular and structural processes that allow the brain to reorganise its neural pathways in response to internal and external stimuli. It also highlights the critical role of neuroplasticity in lifelong learning, memory formation, and functional recovery following traumatic brain injuries or strokes. Furthermore, the clinical implications of self-directed neuroplasticity are explored, demonstrating how intentional behavioural changes can aid in the treatment of mental health disorders like depression and anxiety. Ultimately, understanding neuroplasticity shifts the standard of the human brain from a static organ to a dynamic, mouldable system, emphasising that cognitive potential is not fixed at birth but continuously shaped by experience.
Keywords	Neuroplasticity, Central Nervous System (CNS), Synapses, Hebbian Learning, Meditation, Stroke Rehabilitation, Student Learning
Field	Biology
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 4, July-August 2026
Published On	2026-07-22
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i04.84146

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