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synaptic pruning
synaptic pruning Synaptic pruning is a normal neurodevelopmental process in which connections between nerve cells are selectively eliminated to refine the brain’s wiring.
Synaptic pruning is a normal neurodevelopmental process in which connections between nerve cells are selectively eliminated to refine the brain’s wiring. It typically occurs during juvenile and adolescent periods, and excessive pruning has been linked with schizophrenia-related brain changes.