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It was originally assumed that the brain goes through its development only when we are young and then becomes fixed in our older years, meaning that any damage or decline to the brain could not be treated and that we’re stuck with what we got. However, scientists have discovered that the brain is in fact highly flexible and can rewire itself and even grow new cells to compensate for injuries or general decline, regardless of ones age.

This amazing feat is called “Neuroplasticity” by scientists and has been shown to help those who have suffered brain damage from afflictions such as stroke by getting the brain to use its natural ability to reassign lost functions to healthier parts of the brain. Basically, it means that we can restore some of our lost mental functions, such as memory and focus, even in old age. In fact, experiments have shown that even our thoughts can influence the way our brains develop and function, along with the fact that learning new things benefits us by strengthening the connections between existing neurons and can even activate our genes to grow new brain cells.

A company called “Posit Science” has been using video game like software programs that help children as well as adults who are suffering from learning disorders, difficulty with memories and various other conditions, improve their cognitive capacities. There is also a school particularly for children, called “Arrowsmith School” that has developed a program that helps students improve their learning abilities.  In all, this new understanding of the brain provides hope for those who have been affected by brain damage or are simply looking to improve their ability to focus and learn.

Further Reading: “The Brain That Changes Itself“ Norman Doidge.

http://www.cbc.ca/technology/story/2010/09/14/f-videogames-brain-fitness.html

Posit Science Website: http://www.positscience.com/

Arrowsmith School Website: http://www.arrowsmithschool.org/