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Do dendrites increase with age? The complex relationship between aging and dendritic changes

While it was once widely believed that significant neuron loss and dramatic deterioration of dendrites defined the aging brain, new research has painted a more nuanced picture. The answer to the question, "Do dendrites increase with age?", depends heavily on the specific region of the brain and an individual's overall health. The process involves a complex interplay of growth, regression, and neuroplasticity that continues throughout life.

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