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Enriched environments promote brain development from "summary" of The Brain That Changes Itself by Norman Doidge
Environments rich in stimuli have a profound impact on brain development. These enriched environments provide a variety of sensory experiences that help to activate and strengthen neural pathways in the brain. When individuals are exposed to new and challenging activities, their brains are forced to adapt and grow in response to the increased demands placed upon them. Research has shown that animals raised in enriched environments exhibit more complex neural structures and enhanced cognitive abilities compared to those raised in more impoverished environments. This phenomenon extends to humans as well, with studies demonstrating that children who grow up in stimulating environments tend to have higher IQs ...
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