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This task is not too easy and not too difficult
What is the "just right challenge"
The brain is adaptable, NOT static because of this concept
What is neuroplasticity?
The focus of this therapy discipline is to help survivors re-engage in meaningful occupations and to increase their independence
What is Occupational therapy?
This principle of neuroplasticity states that to promote neural pathways to develop or strengthen, it is important to perform activities repeatedly
What is repetition?
This phenomenon may occur due to overprotection from a caregiver or a person's over-reliance on their caregiver
What is learned dependency?
This principle of neuroplasticity states that neural pathways that are not actively used for prolonged periods of time can break down
What is "use it or lose it"?