Neural pruning continues in middle childhood.

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Neural pruning is a normal process of development during which the brain eliminates unnecessary or unused connections between neurons. This process occurs throughout childhood and into adolescence, and continues at a slower pace throughout adult life. In middle childhood (ages 6-12), there is a significant amount of neural pruning that takes place as the brain refines and streamlines neural connections to improve efficiency and functionality.

Neural Pruning Continues in Middle Childhood