The well-being of a neuron depends on its ability to communicate with other neurons. Studies have shown that electrical and chemical stimulation from both a neuron's inputs and its targets support vital cellular processes. Neurons unable to connect effectively with other neurons atrophy. Useless, an abandoned neuron will die.

Lisa Genova
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Electrical and chemical stimulation from both a neuron's inputs and its targets support vital cellular processes. Neurons unable to connect effectively with other neurons atrophy. Useless, an abandoned neuron will die. The ability to communicate with others is the key to brain health and growth.

When we are young, we learn how to link with others through our senses or through our emotions. As we mature, we learn how to communicate with others through thinking, words and actions.

Source: Still Alice

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