key term - Brain Damage

Definition

Brain damage refers to any injury or harm caused to the brain, often resulting in impairment of cognitive functions or physical abilities.

Related terms

Neuroplasticity:

The brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new connections between neurons after an injury.

Cognitive Impairment: A decline in cognitive function, such as memory loss or difficulty with problem-solving, due to brain damage.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): A specific type of brain damage caused by external force or trauma to the head, leading to temporary or permanent changes in brain function.