causal
Learning changes both wiring and synaptic strength
Learned behaviors in mammals and humans come from experience rather than genetic programming, and this works through both changes in the wiring diagram (new connections) and changes in the sensitivity/strength of existing synapses, since evolution exploits any mechanism that is useful.
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Jeff LichtmanEvidence Quote
“Even though the wiring hasn't changed, the strength of the connections can modify. So everything. If it's possible to be useful, evolution has taken advantage of it”
Created: 6/13/2026, 12:30:16 AM
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