Neuroplasticity – IB Psychology Study Notes

Comprehensive IB Psychology study notes on Neuroplasticity. Covers key theories, research studies, and evaluation points for the 2027 syllabus.

Mark Scheme SECTION A MARK SCHEME 4 marks Must Include: • Brain reorganizes its structure/function • Long-term potentiation LTP mechanism • Repeated activation strengthens synapses • Neural pruning unused connections eliminate • Bidirectional brain-behaviour relationship • Structural change example e.g. Maguire taxi drivers Link Formula: "Behaviour causes repeated activation LTP, strengthening neural connections and enlarging brain region, demonstrating neuroplasticity." Watch Out: Don't confuse...