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Mesh term Long-Term Synaptic Depression

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Neuronal Plasticity

Description

A persistent activity-dependent decrease in synaptic efficacy between NEURONS. It typically occurs following repeated low-frequency afferent stimulation, but it can be induced by other methods. Long-term depression appears to play a role in MEMORY.



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