Which Cellular Changes Are Linked to Behavioral Alterations?
Several cellular changes can be associated with behavioral alterations:
1. Neuronal Plasticity: Changes in dendritic spines and synapse formation can affect learning and memory. 2. Neurogenesis: The formation of new neurons in the adult brain, particularly in the hippocampus, can influence mood and cognitive functions. 3. Gliosis: Reactive changes in glial cells, such as astrocytes and microglia, often occur in response to injury or disease and can affect neuronal function and behavior.
