Life Stages, Hormones, and Brain Remodeling: The Transition from Childhood to Adulthood
Life Stages, Hormones, and Brain Remodeling: The Transition from Childhood to Adulthood
This chapter analyzes the hormonal influences on brain plasticity during the prepubertal period, puberty, and adolescence. It begins by describing some examples of brain plastic changes associated with this life stage. It then considers how hormones may affect these neuroplastic modifications. Finally, the chapter analyzes the impact of brain remodeling during prepubertal maturation, puberty, and adolescence on the activity of endocrine glands.
Keywords: prepubertal maturation, puberty, adolescence, brain remodeling, brain plasticity
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