After a stroke, increased efficiency of synaptic connections can aid recovery by facilitating learning and memory formation. Psychologists use the term _____ to refer to this increase in the efficiency of neural connections.
A)consolidation
B)neurogenesis
C)elaboration
D)long-term potentiation

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Long-term potentiation (LTP) refers to the strengthening of synaptic connections between neurons that occurs when they are simultaneously activated. After a stroke, LTP can aid in recovery by promoting the formation of new neural connections and the reorganization of existing networks.

After a Stroke, Increased Efficiency of Synaptic Connections Can Aid