“neurons that fire together wire together
Question
In 1949, Donald Hebbs essentially said that “neurons that fire together wire together.” Based on what you’ve
learned in this class, what does this mean?
a. When the amygdala is activated, new neurons are synthesized, and this results in a more vivid memory.
b. Synaptic connections between neurons tend to strengthen when used repeatedly, which is the basis of learning and memory.
c. High levels of glucocorticoids are released by neurons during memory formation, and is the cause of long-term depression.
d. All of the above